Trent, A. G. (1789-1850)
Trent, A. G. (1789-1850)
Pseudonym of philologist and author Richard Garnett, assistant keeper of printed books at the British Museum Library. He used this alias for his writings on astrology, at a time in which his professional reputation might have suffered if it had been known that he was actively interested in such a subject.
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