Rufus Wilmot Griswold was an American anthologist, editor, poet, and critic. Born in Vermont, Griswold left home when he was 15 years old. He worked as a journalist, editor, and critic in Philadelphia, New York City, and elsewhere. Wikipedia
Born: February 13, 1815, Benson, VT
Died: August 27, 1857 (age 42 years), New York, NY
Children: W. M. Griswold
Parents: Rufus Griswold