Lope de Vega
Spanish playwright and poet
A prolific playwright and poet from Spain, created an extensive body of work that defined the Spanish Golden Age of literature. Wrote more than 1,500 plays, with many becoming staples of Spanish theater. His most famous work, 'Fuenteovejuna,' reflects themes of authority and social justice. Also contributed significantly to the development of the comedia, a theatrical genre combining various elements such as comedy, tragedy, and history.
Wrote 'Fuenteovejuna'
Wrote over 1,500 plays
Developed the comedia genre
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November 25th, 1976 49 years ago
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November 25th, 1922 103 years ago
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November 25th, 1976 49 years ago
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1941 84 years ago
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1938 87 years ago
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