Edward Leigh (writer)
Colonel Sir Edward Leigh | |
|---|---|
| Member of Parliament for Stafford | |
| In office 1645–1648 | |
| Preceded by | Richard Weston |
| Succeeded by | Seat vacant |
| Personal details | |
| Born | 24 March 1602 Shawell Hall, Leicestershire |
| Died | 2 June 1671 (aged 69) |
| Resting place | St Michael's Church, Rushall, Staffordshire |
| Spouse | Elizabeth Talbot |
| Relations | Sir Henry Leigh (father) |
| Children | Henry Leigh; Richard Leigh |
| Alma mater | Magdalen Hall, Oxford |
| Occupation | Parliamentarian |
| Profession | Author |
| Awards | Knight bachelor |
| Military service | |
| Allegiance | Parliamentary Army |
| Rank | Colonel |
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Sir Edward Leigh (24 March 1602 – 2 June 1671) was an English lay writer, known particularly for his works on religious topics, and a politician who sat in the House of Commons from 1645 to 1648.
Leigh served as a colonel in the Parliamentary Army during the English Civil War.