About John Barton
Lived 1400 – 1500. John Barton was an English writer and physician.
John Barton (15th century) was an English writer on Lollardy.
Barton appears to have flourished in the reign of Henry V, to whom he dedicated his 'Confutatio Lollardorum.' A manuscript copy of this work is preserved in the library of All Souls' College, Oxford, written in a hand which Henry Octavius Coxe assigned to the 15th century. Other manuscripts of this author are mentioned by Thomas Tanner, who wanted to identify him with a certain John Barton, Esq., buried in St. Martin's Church, Ludgate, 1439. Tanner says that he was possibly chancellor of Oxford; but he fails to give any authority. Barton's own description of himself, as quoted by John Bale was 'plain John Barton, the physician.'
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Frequently asked questions
Who was John Barton?
physician and alleged heretic
When was John Barton born?
John Barton was born in 1400.
When did John Barton die?
John Barton died in 1500.
What was John Barton's occupation?
John Barton was a writer and physician.
What nationality was John Barton?
John Barton was English.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: John Barton (writer)
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