William Painter (author)

William Painter (or Paynter, c. 1540 – between 19 and 22 February 1595)[1] was an English author and translator. As a clerk of the Ordnance in the Tower of London, he was accused of fraud aimed at amassing a personal fortune at public expense. He is best known for his anthology of translations, The Palace of Pleasure.

  1. ^ "William Painter". Encyclopædia Britannica. Retrieved 3 March 2015.

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