Anthony Ashley-Cooper, 3rd Earl of Shaftesbury

Anthony Ashley-Cooper, 3rd Earl of Shaftesbury (1671–1713) was a British philosopher, writer and politician.

Also recorded as Anthony Ashley; Anthony Ashley, Earl Cooper; Anthony Ashley Cooper, Earl of Shaftesbury.

Overview

Born at London in 1671, died at Naples in 1713.

In detail

Anthony Ashley-Cooper, 3rd Earl of Shaftesbury studied at Winchester College. the recorded working language is English.

The field of work recorded is philosophy. Cambridge Platonists and John Locke are recorded as an influence.

Positions recorded include Member of Parliament in the Parliament of England and Member of the 1695-98 Parliament.

Sources

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