Davenant, William, 1606-1668.
Variant namesSir William Davenant, 1606-1668, poet and dramatist, was appointed (the first official) Poet Laureate in 1638. There is a full account of his life in DNB and numerous other sources.
From the guide to the Supplementary cantos to Gondibert, by Sir William Davenant, 1678, (GB 206 Leeds University Library)
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| creatorOf | Brumby, Colin, 1933-,. The English songs : for medium voice and piano [music] / by Colin Brumby. | Libraries Australia | |
| creatorOf | Supplementary cantos to Gondibert, by Sir William Davenant, 1678 | GB 206 Leeds University Library | |
| referencedIn | Henrietta Maria, Queen, Consort of Charles I, King of England, 1609-1669. Document signed : St. Germaine, 1647 June 20. | Pierpont Morgan Library. |
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Birth 1606
Death 1668
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