Thomas Bowdler
Physician and editor of Shakespeare
Born
July 11th, 1754
270 years ago
Died
February 24th, 1825
200 years ago — 70 years old
Category
Thinkers & Philosophers
Country
England
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An English physician and philanthropist, contributed to literature by editing the works of William Shakespeare. His edition omitted content deemed inappropriate for family reading, leading to the term 'Bowdlerize' for text sanitization. In addition to literature, engaged in charitable activities and advocated for various social causes, enhancing public access to education and health resources.
Edited the works of William Shakespeare
Promoted family-friendly editions of literature
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