Local authors
Church of St. Mary, Purton
Church of St. Mary, Purton
Church of St. Mary, Purton
Church of St. Mary, Purton
Church of St. Mary, Purton
Local authors for the community.
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| Author | Date | Association with Purton |
|---|---|---|
| Desmond Morris | 1928 - | The writer, anthropologist and artist Desmond Morris was the great grandson of William Morris, founder of the Swindon Advertiser. Desmond was born in Purton, moving to Swindon with his parents when he was 5 years old. |
| Morris, Harry | 20th century | Children's author Harry Morris was the grandson of William Morris, founder of the Swindon Advertiser, and lived in Purton for some years. |