Adam Olearius

Adam Olearius (1603–1671) was a mathematician, linguist and librarian.

Also recorded as Adam Ölschläger; Adam Oehlschlaeger.

Adam Olearius in brief

Born
1603
Died
1671
Known for
mathematician, linguist, librarian, diplomat, translator, writer, poet lawyer and historian
Place of birth
Aschersleben
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Overview

Also worked under the name Ascanius Olivarius, Ascanius d' Oliva and Der Vielbemühete.

Born at Aschersleben in 1603, died at Gottorf Castle in 1671.

In detail

Adam Olearius studied at Leipzig University. Oswald Beling is recorded as having studied under Adam Olearius. the recorded working language is German.

The field of work recorded is geography, oriental studies and history.

Membership is recorded of Fruitbearing Society.

Work by Adam Olearius is recorded in the collections of Het Scheepvaartmuseum.

Sources

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    “Adam Olearius”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading

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    Wikidata, structured authority record Q76363: Adam Olearius

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