Biography · French novelist, official and army general

Pierre Choderlos de Laclos

1741 · 1803

Years lived
61
Photos
25
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Born

October 18, 1741

Amiens, France

Died

September 5, 1803

Taranto, Italy

Known for

French novelist, official and army general

Pierre Choderlos de Laclos (1741–1803) was France best known for French novelist, official and army general.

Pierre Ambroise François Choderlos de Laclos (1741 – 1803) was a French novelist, military officer, and official. He is best known for his scandalous and influential epistolary novel, <i>Les Liaisons dangereuses</i>, which explored aristocratic intrigues. His work provided a unique, unvarnished look at human relations, securing his literary legacy.

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  • When did Pierre Choderlos de Laclos die?

    Pierre Choderlos de Laclos died on September 5, 1803 in Taranto, Italy, at the age of 61.

  • Where was Pierre Choderlos de Laclos born?

    Pierre Choderlos de Laclos was born in Amiens, France on October 18, 1741.

  • What is Pierre Choderlos de Laclos best known for?

    Pierre Choderlos de Laclos is best known for French novelist, official and army general.

  • How old was Pierre Choderlos de Laclos when they died?

    Pierre Choderlos de Laclos was 61 years old at the time of death.

  • What nationality was Pierre Choderlos de Laclos?

    Pierre Choderlos de Laclos was from France.

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