Jacques Auguste de Thou

Jacques Auguste de Thou (1553–1617) was a French historian, politician and writer.

Jacques Auguste de Thou in brief

Born
1553
Died
1617
Known for
historian, politician, writer, diplomat, book collector, poet and bibliophile
Place of birth
Paris
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Overview

Born at Paris in 1553, died at Paris in 1617.

In detail

training under Jacques Cujas is recorded. the recorded working language is French and Latin.

Places of work recorded in the authority are Paris. Positions recorded include Maître de la Librairie du Roi and ambassador.

Sources

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    “Jacques Auguste de Thou”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading

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    Wikidata, structured authority record Q1312086: Jacques Auguste de Thou

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