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William Painter
English author and translator 1540?-1594 · Writers · Died at 54
William Painter was an English author and translator. As a clerk of the Ordnance in the Tower of London, he was accused of fraud aimed at amassing a personal fortune at public expense. He is best known for his anthology of translations, The Palace of Pleasure.
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About this person
Category
Writers
Type
Writer / Author
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1540 to 1594 · aged 54
