Portrait of Edmund Spenser. Source and license are linked in the caption.

Edmund Spenser

About

English poet (c. 1552–1599)

Quick Facts

Name
Edmund Spenser
Born
1552
Died
1599-01-13
Occupation
poet / translator / writer
Citizenship
Kingdom of England
Birthplace
East Smithfield

Relationships

Spouses & partners

Dates reflect listed records; an unspecified end date does not establish current status.

Notable Works

  • The Faerie QueeneEnglish epic poem by Edmund Spenser

Education

  • Pembroke College
  • University of Cambridge

Languages

Spoken, written or signed

  • English

Sources & Credits

Wikidata · Q4352055 ↗
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