George Gascoigne
English soldier and poet
Born
1535
490 years ago
Died
October 7th, 1577
448 years ago — 42 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
England
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Served as a soldier and courtier in the Renaissance period. Gained recognition as a poet, contributing to the development of English verse. His works often reflected the themes of love and chivalry, and he is considered one of the first professional poets in England. Participated in military campaigns and had connections with the court of Queen Elizabeth I, influencing the literary culture of the time.
Published the first original English sonnet sequence 'The Steele Glas'
Wrote 'The Adventures of Master F.J.' and 'The Pleasant History of John Gower'
Influenced later poets, including Shakespeare
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