William Harrison Ainsworth

1805–1882

1 series 2 books in order 1 standalone book

William Harrison Ainsworth was an English historical novelist born in Manchester. He trained as a lawyer but found no interest in the legal profession. He met the publisher John Ebers while completing his legal studies in London, and Ebers introduced him to literary and dramatic circles. Ainsworth's wife was Ebers' daughter.

Born: 1805
Known for: Jack Sheppard, a romance

Series by William Harrison Ainsworth

Jack Sheppard, a romance

1 book in order · 1840

Jack Sheppard

1840 · William Harrison Ainsworth

Jack Sheppard is a 1840 book by William Harrison Ainsworth. It is book 1 of the series Jack Sheppard, a romance. The listed edition runs 532 pages.
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Standalone books

Jack Sheppard (1839)

1839
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How many books has William Harrison Ainsworth written?

We list 2 books by William Harrison Ainsworth across 1 series, published between 1839–1840 — each shown in full reading order.

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