What Happened This Year 1536

People Who Died in 1536

Bernardo Accolti

Italian poet and author of 'Rustico d'Amore'
Born
September 11th, 1465 559 years ago
Died
1536 489 years ago — 71 years old

Born in 1465 in Italy, a poet contributed significantly to Renaissance literature. Accolti's works often reflected themes of love and human emotion. The poem 'Rustico d'Amore' is among the most recognized, showcasing his lyrical style and intricate imagery. His literature resonated during his time and influenced subsequent poets in the Italian tradition. Accolti's contributions to the poetic craft are evident in the form and themes prevalent in Italian poetry in the following centuries.

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Johannes Secundus

Dutch Poet and Author of Epigrams
Born
November 15th, 1511 513 years ago
Died
1536 489 years ago — 25 years old

Born in 1511, Johannes Secundus became a prominent figure in Dutch literature. He studied at the University of Louvain and was influenced by classical poets. Secundus is celebrated for his epigrams, which display a combination of humanist ideals and personal reflection. His work contributed to the development of the modern Dutch language. Although not extensively published in his lifetime, his poetry reached a wide audience posthumously through various collections. His influence extended into later Dutch literature, where his style and themes resonated with emerging writers.

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