Francis Edward Paget

Born on 24 May 1806, he was the eldest son of Sir Edward Paget and was educated at Westminster School before studying at Christ Church, Oxford. He later became rector of Elford near Lichfield, a parish closely linked with his long career, and he was associated with the Oxford Movement, which shaped much of his religious outlook.

He wrote widely as both a clergyman and an author. His works included novels and tales such as Caleb Kniveton, the Incendiary, St. Antholin's, Milford Malvoisin, The Warden of Berkingholt, and The Curate of Cumberworth and the Vicar of Roost. He also wrote fairy tales and books for younger readers, sometimes using the pseudonym "William Churne," and published sermons, prayers, and other religious writings.

His fiction often used storytelling to explore church reform, social life, and the tensions of nineteenth-century England. He died at Elford on 4 August 1882. I couldn't confirm a suitable portrait image from the sources I checked, so no profile image is included here.