Caspar Schoppe
German author and scholar of literature
Born
May 27th, 1576
449 years ago
Died
November 19th, 1649
375 years ago — 73 years old
Category
Thinkers & Philosophers
Country
Germany
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Active during the late 16th and early 17th centuries, this author and scholar contributed significantly to the fields of rhetoric, linguistics, and literature. Engaged in scholarly debates and produced numerous works that explored classical literature and philosophy. His writings often examined the works of Cicero and Horace, highlighting their relevance in the contemporary context. The influence of classical texts on his scholarship provided a foundation for later thinkers.
Wrote 'Rhetorica' and 'De poetis'
Contributed to the study of classical literature
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