John Webster

John Webster (1578–1634) was a playwright, poet and writer.

Overview

Born at London in 1578, died at London in 1634.

In detail

John Webster studied at Merchant Taylors' School. the recorded working language is English.

The field of work recorded is drama. Subjects and genres recorded for the work are Shakespearean comedy. The authority associates the name with English Renaissance theatre.

Places of work recorded in the authority are England.

Works named in the authority record are The White Devil and The Duchess of Malfi.

Sources

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  • reference work · Reputable secondary · Wikipedia

    “John Webster”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading

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  • reference work · Reputable secondary · Wikidata

    Wikidata, structured authority record Q225904: John Webster

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