Edward Abbott (Master of Magdalene College) explained

Edward Abbott (died 11 August 1746) was a priest of the Church of England and academic.^[1]

Abbott was born in Middlesex and educated at Eton College and Magdalene College, Cambridge.^[2] He was ordained in 1724 by the bishop of London and held livings at Radwinter and Faulkbourne in Essex. He was Master of Magdalene from 1740 until his death in 1746.

Notes and References

1. "The History of the University of Cambridge, from Its Original, to the Year 1753;: In which a Particular Account is Given of Each College and Hall, Their Respective Foundations, Founders, Benefactors, Bishops, Learned Writers, Masters, Livings, Curiosities, &c. Together with Accurate Lists of All the Chancellors, Vice-Chancellors, Proctors, Taxers, Professors, Orators, and Members of Parliament" Carter, E. p296: London, Davis & Woodyer, 1753
2. Cunich, Hoyle, Duffy and Hyam (1994). A History of Magdalene College, Cambridge. Magdalene College Publications