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Richard Mulcaster
1530-01-01 – 1611-01-01
Life & Legacy
Richard Mulcaster (ca. 1531, Carlisle, Cumberland – 15 April 1611, Essex) is known best for his headmasterships of Merchant Taylors' School and St Paul's School, both then in London, and for his pedagogic writings. He is often regarded as the founder of English language lexicography. He was also an Anglican priest.
Occupation & Career
lexicographer, linguist, politician, writer, head teacher, pedagogue
Education
Eton College; Christ Church; King's College
Legacy Highlights
Education & Institutions
Christ Church · Eton College · King's College
Sources & Provenance
- Wikidata population candidate Q1225374 — wikidata View source
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