John Cleveland (1613-1658)
Cavalier poet and satirist who was released from prison in 1655 after writing a letter to
Cromwell that was admired for its dignity; he is discussed by Samuel Johnson in his life of
Cowley.
Cavalier poet and satirist who was released from prison in 1655 after writing a letter to
Cromwell that was admired for its dignity; he is discussed by Samuel Johnson in his life of
Cowley.