Thomas Bulfinch
Thomas Bulfinch was an American author known for his book Bulfinch's Mythology, a posthumous combination of his three volumes of mythologies.
Fiction Writer
July 15, 1796
Cancer
May 27, 1867
70
Newton, Massachusetts
Thomas Bulfinch (1796-1867) was an American author renowned for his work “Bulfinch’s Mythology,” an extensive compilation of myths from diverse cultures. Born in Newton, Massachusetts, he hailed from a well-educated merchant family. Although he worked as a banker and held various positions throughout his life, Bulfinch pursued writing as a pastime. His magnum opus, “Bulfinch’s Mythology,” gained widespread recognition after his death and became a crucial reference for literature aficionados. Bulfinch’s other significant works include “The Age of Fable” and “The Age of Chivalry.” Notably, “Bulfinch’s Mythology” is a posthumous amalgamation of his three volumes of mythologies.