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Events on Tuesday 18 May 1909 2
1828 – 1909George Meredith (1828-1909)Died 18 May 1909, aged 81George Meredith was an English novelist and poet celebrated for works including The Egoist and Diana of the Crossways, which explored psychological realism and social satire. He also served as an influential publisher's reader who encouraged younger writers. He died at his home in Box Hill, Surrey, on 18 May 1909.
1860 – 1909Isaac Albéniz (1860-1909)Died 18 May 1909, aged 48Isaac Albéniz was a Spanish pianist and composer best known for his piano suite Iberia, a cornerstone of Spanish nationalist classical music. He achieved acclaim across Europe as both a virtuoso performer and composer before ill health curtailed his career. He died in Cambo-les-Bains, France, on 18 May 1909.