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THOMAS DERMODY - son of drunken Irish schoolmaster, talented writer whose wild lifestyle ( I am vicious because I like it ! ) led to an early grave in Lewisham. Date: 1775 - 1802
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1775 1802 Drunken Grave Lewisham Lifestyle Schoolmaster Talented Vicious Wild
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"Thomas Dermody: A Talented Writer Whose Vicious and Wild Lifestyle Led to an Early Grave in Lewisham (1775-1802) This evocative portrait captures the enigmatic figure of Thomas Dermody, a son of an Irish schoolmaster, born in the year 1775. Dermody's life was marked by a paradoxical blend of prodigious talent and self-destructive tendencies. Despite his humble beginnings, Dermody displayed an early aptitude for writing, which he nurtured with fervor. However, his wild and vicious lifestyle soon overshadowed his promising literary career. Known for his love of intoxication, Dermody's drinking habits were notorious in the community of Lewisham, where he spent the latter part of his life. The portrait reveals a man in the prime of his life, with piercing eyes that seem to hold a glint of mischief and a hint of sadness. His disheveled appearance and unkempt beard suggest a man who has lived life on his own terms, regardless of the consequences. Dermody's writing was praised by his contemporaries, but his personal demons proved to be his undoing. His wild lifestyle took a toll on his health, and he succumbed to an early grave in Lewisham in the year 1802. Despite the tragic end to his life, Thomas Dermody's legacy as a talented writer continues to intrigue scholars and historians. His story serves as a reminder of the complexities of the human condition and the consequences of living a life without restraint." This image is a historical record and is not for commercial use. It is available for rights-managed licensing from Mary Evans Prints Online.
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