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Copland, Robert, fl 1508-1547

 Person

Dates

  • Existence: fl 1508 - 1547

Biography

Robert Copland (fl. 1508-1547), author and printer, worked in the office of Wynkyn de Worde. He issued books under his imprint, 1515-1547, and also worked as a bookseller and stationer. Copland translated three romances of chivalry and other works from French, and wrote poetry, including 'The Hye way to the Spyttel Hous' and 'Jyl of Breyntford's Testament'.

Found in 1 Collection or Record:

 File

Transcript of Robert Copland's poem 'The Complaynte of them that ben to late maryd', made from the printed edition by Wynkyn de Worde

 File
Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS Add.4163
Scope and Contents

Inside the front cover is the bookplate of F.W. Cosens.

Dates: 1860 (Circa)
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