Jean-Baptiste Louvet de Couvrai

French author and playwright

Jean-Baptiste Louvet de Couvrai - French author and playwright
Born

June 12th, 1760
264 years ago

Died

1797
228 years ago — 37 years old

Category

Thinkers & Philosophers

Country

France

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Born in 1760, this individual had a multifaceted career as an author, playwright, journalist, and politician in France. Contributions to literature included works that addressed issues of the day, such as the revolutionary climate in France. In politics, served as a deputy during the National Convention where significant debates and decisions concerning the French Revolution took place. Strongly advocated for democratic ideals and engaged in the political discourse of the time. Later, faced persecution due to political affiliations but continued to write, contributing to both political pamphlets and literary works until death in 1830.

Authored 'Les Tuileries'

Served as a deputy in the National Convention

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