Horace Twiss

Background

Twiss was born at Bath, Somerset, the son of Francis Twiss (1760–1827) & his wife Frances née Kemble (sister of Sarah Siddons née Kemble).

Career

He was a Shakespearian scholar. In his youth he wrote light articles for the papers. He became a successful lawyer and was appointed a Queen"s Counsel in 1827.

In 1820 he was elected to Parliament, where, with some interruptions, he sat until 1841, holding the office of Under-Secretary of State for War and the Colonies in 1828–1830.

In 1844 he was appointed vice-chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster, a well-paid post which enabled him to enjoy his popularity in London society. He was the author of The Public and Private of Lord Chancellor Eldon, and other volumes.

He died suddenly in London on 4 May 1849.

Membership

7th United Kingdom Parliament. 8th United Kingdom Parliament. 9th United Kingdom Parliament.

10th United Kingdom Parliament.

11th United Kingdom Parliament. 12th United Kingdom Parliament.

Connections

Father:

Francis Twiss

Mother:

Frances née Kemble

Wife:

Fanny Kemble