Gissing

Gis·sing

(gĭs′ĭng), George Robert 1857-1903.

British writer best known for his novels about poverty and hardship, such as New Grub Street (1891).

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Gissing

(ˈɡɪsɪŋ)

(Biography) George (Robert). 1857–1903, English novelist, noted for his depiction of middle-class poverty. His works include Demos (1886) and New Grub Street (1891)

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Gis•sing

(ˈgɪs ɪŋ)

n.

George (Robert), 1857–1903, English novelist.

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