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John Jonston
1603-09-03 – 1675-06-08
Life & Legacy
John Jonston or Johnston (Polish: Jan Jonston; Latin: Joannes or Johannes Jonstonus or Johnstonus; 15 September 1603 – c. 1675) was a Polish scholar and physician, descended from Scottish nobility and closely associated with the Polish magnate Leszczyński family. The standard author abbreviation Jonst. is used to indicate this person as the author when citing a botanical name.
Occupation & Career
botanist, historian, entomologist, physician, ornithologist, lord of the manor, naturalist, writer
Education
Leiden University; University of St Andrews
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Reformed Christianity
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Reformed Christianity
Education & Institutions
Leiden University · University of St Andrews
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- Wikidata population candidate Q1700641 — wikidata View source
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