Sebastian Brant
German author of 'Ship of Fools'
Born
1457
569 years ago
Died
Category
Thinkers & Philosophers
Country
Germany
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A significant figure in early German literature, contributed to the development of the satirical genre. Authored 'Das Narrenschiff' (The Ship of Fools), which highlighted the folly and vices of society through allegorical tales. The work gained widespread popularity and was translated into several languages, reflecting the social and moral issues of the time. Brant's writings combined elements of classical literature with contemporary observations, influencing both readers and writers in the Renaissance period.
Authored 'Das Narrenschiff' (The Ship of Fools)
Contributed to the satirical literary genre
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