Joseph Addison
Deceased Q206384

Joseph Addison

English essayist, poet, playwright and politician (1672–1719)

Born: May 1, 1672 (1672) · Milston
Died: June 17, 1719 (1719) · Kensington
Age at death: 47 years
Nationality England
Occupation writer, journalist, politician, poet, essayist, playwright, correspondent, librettist, editor
Education The Queen's College, Charterhouse School, King Edward VI School
Employer Magdalen College
Position held Member of the Privy Council of Ireland, member of the 2nd Parliament of Great Britain, member of the 3rd Parliament of Great Britain, member of the 4th Parliament of Great Britain, member of the 5th Parliament of Great Britain, Member of Parliament in the Parliament of Ireland
Gender male

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