John Chamberlain

Deceased Person

1553 – 1628

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Who was John Chamberlain?

John Chamberlain was the author of a series of letters written in England from 1597 to 1626, notable for their historical value and their literary qualities. In the view of historian Wallace Notestein, Chamberlain's letters "constitute the first considerable body of letters in English history and literature that the modern reader can easily follow". They are an essential source for scholars who study the period.

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Born
1553
Education
  • University of Cambridge
Died
1628

Submitted
on July 23, 2013

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