Pierre Corneille

French playwright with classic tragedies

Pierre Corneille - French playwright with classic tragedies
Born

June 6th, 1606
418 years ago

Died

October 1st, 1684
340 years ago — 78 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

France

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A prominent figure in French literature, this playwright contributed significantly to the development of the classical French tragedy. Born in 1606, this individual began his career in the 1630s, and produced works that explored themes of honor, duty, and the complexity of human emotions. Among the celebrated plays are 'Le Cid', which caused considerable controversy over its moral implications, and 'Horace', which reflected the struggle between personal desire and state duty. This playwright's works are characterized by their bold characters and intricate plots, laying the groundwork for the French dramatic tradition.

Wrote the tragedy 'Le Cid'

Authored 'Horace'

Developed classical French drama

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