Education at Oxford
Poet involved
What happened
John Sheffield enrolled at Magdalen College, Oxford, in 1660, where he received a classical education that included literature, philosophy, and the arts. This education laid the groundwork for his literary pursuits and his later works, which often reflected neoclassical ideals and the influence of classical authors.
Literary impact
His time at Oxford exposed Sheffield to the works of classical poets and philosophers, which deeply influenced his own writing style. The neoclassical elements in his poetry can be traced back to this formative period, as he sought to emulate the elegance and structure of the classics in his own work.
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