Ludovico Ariosto
Italian poet (1474–1533)
Ludovico Ariosto was born on September 8, 1474 (Julian calendar) in Reggio Emilia and died on July 6, 1533 (Julian calendar) in Ferrara, aged 58. Recorded occupations: poet, playwright and writer. Associated movement: High Renaissance. Fields of work: satire, poetry and dramaturgy. Notable works include “Orlando Furioso”. Educated at University of Ferrara. Honours include Poet's Crown.
- Born
- September 8, 1474 (Julian calendar) · Reggio Emilia
- Died
- July 6, 1533 (Julian calendar) · Ferrara
- Age at death
- 58
- Occupations
- poet, playwright, writer
- Movements
- High Renaissance
- Notable works
- Orlando Furioso
- Education
- University of Ferrara
- Honours
- Poet's Crown
- Wikipedia editions
- 66 languages
- Signature licence
- Public domain
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