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Thomas Overbury

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English poet and essayist (1581-1613)

United KingdomWritersLived 1581 to 1613 · aged 32
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Sir Thomas Overbury was an English poet and essayist, also known for being the victim of a murder which led to a scandalous trial. His poem A Wife, which depicted the virtues that a young man should demand of a woman, played a significant role in the events that precipitated his murder.

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Engraving of a younger Overbury. Made after his death by Renold Elstracke, c. 1615-1616Engraving of a younger Overbury. Made after his death by Renold Elstracke, c. 1615-1616Engraving of Overbury in later yearsEngraving of Overbury in later years

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Country
United Kingdom
Category
Writers
Type
Writer / Author
Status
deceased
Dates
Lived 1581 to 1613 · aged 32
Wikipedia
9 languages

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