Edmund Waller

Edmund Waller (1606–1687) was a poet, politician and writer.

Also recorded as True son of the Church of England and a lover of his countries liberty; Gentleman that loves the peace,.

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Overview

Born at Coleshill in 1606, died at Beaconsfield in 1687.

In detail

Edmund Waller studied at King's College, Eton College and The Royal Grammar School, High Wycombe. the recorded working language is English.

The authority associates the name with Restoration literature.

Positions recorded include Member of Parliament in the Parliament of England and Member of the 1626 Parliament. Membership is recorded of Royal Society, Short Parliament and Cavalier Parliament.

Distinctions recorded are Fellow of the Royal Society.

Sources

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  1. 1.

    “Edmund Waller”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading

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  2. 2.

    Wikidata, structured authority record Q1033351: Edmund Waller

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