John Lyly

John Lyly was an English writer, playwright, courtier, and parliamentarian. He first achieved success with his two books Euphues: The Anatomy of Wit and its sequel Euphues and His... Wikipedia

• Born:  Kent, England
• Died:  Buried 30 November 1606 (age 52), London, England
• Resting place:  St Bartholomew-the-Less, London
• Occupation:  Writer, dramatist, courtier, and Member of Parliament
• Language:  Early Modern English
• Alma mater:  Magdalen College, Oxford
• Literary movement:  English Renaissance
• Years active:  1578–1602
• Relatives:  William Lily (grandfather), George Lily (uncle)
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