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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Cambridge University Library