Thomas Hobbes 1588-1679 of Malmesbury
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Thomas Hobbes 1588-1679 of Malmesbury
Image: © Jennifer Petrie Taken: 27 Jul 2021
Near this site was the cottage where Thomas Hobbes was born. He grew up to become one of the greatest philosophers in European thought. Hobbes' great admirer was the diarist John Aubrey 1626-1697. For more info see https://www.athelstanmuseum.org.uk/malmesbury-history/people/thomas-hobbes/
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Image Location
Latitude
51.586131
Longitude
-2.102285