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Thomas Overbury

(1581–1613) Poet United Kingdom

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Thomas Overbury was a poet from the United Kingdom, best known for The "Campden wonder".

Quick Facts About Thomas Overbury

Born
June 18, 1581
Died
September 14, 1613
Nationality
United Kingdom
Profession
Poet
Notable works
The "Campden wonder"

About Thomas Overbury

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.

Biography source: Wikipedia

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