John Denham (poet)

John Denham (poet)

Sir John Denham (1614 or 1615 – 19 March 1669) was an English poet and courtier. He served as Surveyor of the King's Works and is buried in Westminster Abbey.

Read more about John Denham (poet):  Early Life, After 1660, Works

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