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Philip Sidney
About
English poet, courtier, diplomat (1554-1586)
Quick Facts
- Name
- Philip Sidney
- Born
- 1554-11-30
- Died
- 1586-10-17
- Occupation
- poet / diplomat / novelist / military personnel / politician / writer / statesperson
- Citizenship
- Kingdom of England
- Birthplace
- Penshurst
Relationships
Spouses & partners
- SpouseFrances Walsingham1583 — 1586
Family
- FatherHenry Sidney
- MotherMary Dudley, Lady Sidney
- SiblingRobert Sidney, 1st Earl of Leicester
- SiblingMary Sidney
- ChildElizabeth Sydney
Dates reflect listed records; an unspecified end date does not establish current status.
Notable Works
- The Countess of Pembroke's Arcadiabook by Philip Sidney
Education
- Christ Church
- Shrewsbury School
Languages
Native language
- English
Spoken, written or signed
- English
Sources & Credits
Wikidata · Q315509 ↗
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