John Halle


John Halle, or John Hall of Maidstone was an English surgeon, known as a medical writer and poet.

Life

Born in 1529 or 1530, Halle became a member of the Worshipful Company of Chirurgeons, and practised as a surgeon at Maidstone, Kent. He is thought to have been a supporter of Thomas Wyatt the younger, and involved in Wyatt's rebellion.

Works

As a poet, Halle was influenced by Thomas Wyatt the elder. His works were: