Browne, Thomas, Sir, 1605-1682

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Browne, Thomas, Sir, 1605-1682

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        1605-1682

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        Sir Thomas Browne; born 19 October 1605 in London; died 19 October 1682 in Norwich; English polymath and author of varied works which reveal his wide learning in diverse fields including science and medicine, religion and the esoteric. Browne's writings display a deep curiosity towards the natural world, influenced by the scientific revolution of Baconian enquiry, while his Christian faith exuded tolerance and goodwill towards humanity in an often intolerant era.

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