François Rabelais
Renowned French writer and satirist
Born
1494
531 years ago
Died
April 9th, 1553
472 years ago — 59 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
France
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A French monk and scholar, contributed significantly to literature during the Renaissance. Best known for the satirical works, particularly the series of novels, "Gargantua and Pantagruel," which explore themes of humanism, education, and society. Rabelais employed humor and satirical elements to critique the social and religious conventions of the time. His writing reflects a deep understanding of classical texts and is characterized by a rich use of language and inventive storytelling. Engaged in various humanist circles, he influenced the literature of his era and laid foundational ideas for future European literature.
Wrote the satirical series 'Gargantua and Pantagruel'
Introduced humanist themes in literature
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