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William Edmondstoune Aytoun

William Edmondstoune Aytoun (1813–1865) was a linguist, poet and judge.

Also recorded as Layman of the church,.

Overview

Born at Edinburgh in 1813, died at Elgin in 1865.

In detail

William Edmondstoune Aytoun studied at University of Edinburgh and Edinburgh Academy. the recorded working language is English and German.

The field of work recorded is English poetry and Scottish poetry.

Employment is recorded with University of Edinburgh. Membership is recorded of Faculty of Advocates, Royal Society of Edinburgh and Bon Gaultier.

Works named in the authority record are Homer.

Distinctions recorded are Fellow of the Royal Society of Edinburgh.

Sources

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    “William Edmondstoune Aytoun”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading

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    Wikidata, structured authority record Q771270: William Edmondstoune Aytoun

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