“…From Thenc I Went To The Landgrave Of Hessen…”

by Barry Manilow

…From thenc I went to the Landgrave of Hessen, (who gav me the
gretest welcome that myght be for on of my qualyty) who sent a ringe into England to
my wiff valued at xx £ sterlinge, and gave me a great standing cupe with a cover gilt,
full of dolers with many great offers for my service…
(Letter to Sir Robert Cecil)