Значение слова ATHERSTONE в Литературной энциклопедии

EDWIN (1788-1872).-Poet and novelist. His works, which were planned on an imposing scale, attracted some temporary attention and applause, but are now forgotten. His chief poem, _The Fall of Nineveh_, consisting of thirty books, appeared at intervals from 1828 to 1868. He also produced two novels, _The Sea Kings in England_ and _The Handwriting on the Wall_.