Antonio de Guevara
Spanish chronicler and moralist
Born
1481
545 years ago
Died
Category
Thinkers & Philosophers
Country
Spain
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Served as a chronicler and moralist during the Spanish Renaissance. Held the position of royal chronicler for the Spanish court. Authored several works including 'The Character of a Prince', which explored the virtues of leadership, and 'The Relox de Príncipes', which imparted moral lessons and guidance for rulers. Contributed to the development of Spanish literature and moral philosophy.
Wrote 'The Relox de Príncipes'
Served as royal chronicler for Spain
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