John Chrysoloras

John Chrysoloras was a relative of Manuel Chrysoloras, (variously described as his nephew, brother or son) who like him had studied and taught at Constantinople and then migrated to Italy. There he was influential in spreading Greek letters in the West. He was a patron and teacher of fellow Renaissance humanist Francesco Filelfo whom his daughter married. [1]

References

  1. Encyclopædia Britannica, 11th edition, 1911. Volume V06, p. 320

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