Author: Dwyer, P. W.
Biography:
DWYER, P. W. (fl 1805-7)
His two first names are not known and no trace of him has been found in the public records or newspapers. O’Donoghue lists him as Irish, probably on the basis of his surname, but he lived in London where his The Shield, in praise of Lord Nelson, was published. He also wrote a comedy, The Soldier of Fortune, which was printed but never performed. Dwyer first wrote to the RLF on 16 Dec. 1805 and was awarded 5 guineas. His letter declares that he is unable to provide for his wife and two children. A second application in 1806 was awarded 10 guineas but a note in Dwyer’s file states that the RLF will refuse him any further relief. Dwyer wrote again in Nov. and Dec. of 1807 but his letters give neither his full name nor his home address. He claimed to have lived in France in Italy and “travelled over the greater part of America.” His “History of Bath,” mentioned in his letters as published in 1801, has not been traced. (O’Donoghue; RLF file 177) SR