Quote Originally Posted by ductape View Post
That is probably true for Bulwer-Lytton. Even though he popularized the phrase, he is known for poorly written works. He was also the "it was a dark and stormy night" guy.
Anyone who can pen a 58-word sentence, only using the word "and" once, while describing the opening setting for the scene of the place where his story takes place. Can not be a complete buffoon.