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Sir John Bowring (1792–1872)

Author of Poetry of the Magyars, preceded by a sketch of the language and literature of Hungary and Transylvania

Includes the names: John Bowring, LL.D. John Sir Bowring

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1792-10-17
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1872-11-23
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Sir John Bowing was an superior linguist, speaking and reading in over 100 languages. He translated many foreign poems and songs into English. He traveled widely. He was a proponent of simplifying the English monetery system and invented the florin when acting as Ambassador. He is considered responsible for starting a war between China and England.
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