Thomas Urquhart

Sir Thomas Urquhart (1611–1660) was a Scottish aristocrat, writer, and translator. He is best known for his translation of the works of French Renaissance writer François Rabelais to English.

This article is about the 17th-century Scottish aristocrat. For the former mayor of Toronto, see Thomas Urquhart (politician). For the Florida politician, see Thomas Urquhart (Florida).

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Thomas Urquhart
Urquhart in a 1641 engraving by George Glover
Born1611
Cromarty, Scotland
Died1660 (aged 48–49)
Cromarty, Scotland
EducationKing's College, Aberdeen
Occupation(s)translator and author
Notable workLogopandecteision
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