Born
November 1, 1636
Paris, France
Died
March 13, 1711
Paris, France
Known for
French poet and critic
Nicolas Boileau-Despréaux (1636–1711) was France best known for French poet and critic.
Nicolas Boileau-Despréaux (November 1, 1636 – March 13, 1711) was a French poet and critic from Paris. He reformed French poetry by advocating for clarity and precision, influenced by Horace. His L'Art poétique shaped literary standards and profoundly impacted English writers like Alexander Pope.
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Nicolas Boileau-Despréaux died on March 13, 1711 in Paris, France, at the age of 74.
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Nicolas Boileau-Despréaux was born in Paris, France on November 1, 1636.
What is Nicolas Boileau-Despréaux best known for?
Nicolas Boileau-Despréaux is best known for French poet and critic.
How old was Nicolas Boileau-Despréaux when they died?
Nicolas Boileau-Despréaux was 74 years old at the time of death.
What nationality was Nicolas Boileau-Despréaux?
Nicolas Boileau-Despréaux was from France.
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