Twysden, Roger, Sir, 1597-1672

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Dates:
Birth 1597-08-21
Death 1672-06-27
Gender:
Male
Britons,
English,

Biographical notes:

Soldier, courtier, author and antiquary, Sir Roger Twysden made his home at Royden Hall in the county of Kent, England. He collected Greek and Hebrew manuscripts as well as printed books. Upon his death, his collection passed to Sir John Sebright (1767-1846) of Beechwood Park, Hertfordshire, who sold the main portion at auction through Leigh and Sotheby on 6 April 1807. Some outstanding items went to the British Museum (now the British Library).

From the description of A catalogue of the books and pamphlets being part of the library of Sir Roger Twysden, Bart. of Royden Hall in the 17th century : and others since collected [manuscript], [after 1816]. (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 122424212

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Subjects:

  • Private libraries
  • Private libraries
  • Theology

Occupations:

  • Book collectors
  • Book collectors
  • Book collectors
  • Compilers

Places:

  • England--Kent (as recorded)
  • England--Hertfordshire (as recorded)
  • England (as recorded)
  • Wales (as recorded)