John Still (c. 1543 – 26 February 1607/8), bishop of Bath and Wells enjoyed considerable fame as a preacher and disputant. He was formerly reputed to be the author of the early English comedy drama Gammer Gurton's Needle (see below).
Read more about John Still: Career, Authorship of Gammer Gurton's Needle, Family, Monument At Wells, Monument To Son, Gallery, Sources
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