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John of Salisbury: Biography, Facts and Career

Who is John of Salisbury? An evergreen, sourced profile: biography, key facts and career.

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John of Salisbury (late 1110s – 25 October 1180), who described himself as Johannes Parvus ("John the Little"), was an English author, philosopher, educationalist, diplomat and bishop of Chartres. The historian Hans Liebeschuetz described him as one of the most notable figures of the "medieval Renaissance" of the 12th century.

Quick facts about John of Salisbury

  • Full name: John of Salisbury
  • Born: 1110-01-01
  • Nationality: Kingdom of England
  • Known as: Author
  • Wikidata ID: Q264028

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Who is John of Salisbury?

John of Salisbury (late 1110s – 25 October 1180), who described himself as Johannes Parvus ("John the Little"), was an English author, philosopher, educationalist, diplomat and bishop of Chartres.

What nationality is John of Salisbury?

John of Salisbury is Kingdom of England.

When was John of Salisbury born?

John of Salisbury was born on 1110-01-01.

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