Thomas Elyot

Thomas Elyot
Study for a lost portrait of Sir Thomas Elyot, drawn by Hans Holbein the Younger
Bornc. 1496
Died26 March 1546 (aged 49–50)
Occupation(s)Author
Diplomat
SpouseMargaret à Barrow
Parents

Study for a portrait of Margaret, Lady Elyot

Sir Thomas Elyot (c. 1496 – 26 March 1546) was an English diplomat and scholar. He is best known as one of the first proponents of the use of the English language for literary purposes.


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