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Did Margaret Cavendish ever meet philosopher Thomas Hobbes?

  • Yes

  • No

  • It is not known

  • They corresponded but never met

Answer

Yes, Cavendish met Hobbes several times in the 1650s and 1660s. She was an admirer of his philosophy, and he was intrigued by her ideas. They corresponded with each other and debated philosophical issues.
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