Jean de La Fontaine
1621-1695Jean de La Fontaine was a French writer and poet of the 17th century known for his fables, in which he personified animals to convey moral teachings.
Jean de La Fontaine was a French writer and poet of the 17th century known for his fables, in which he personified animals to convey moral teachings.
Jean de La Fontaine was a French writer and poet of the 17th century known for his fables, in which he personified animals to convey moral teachings.
He was born on July 8, 1621, in Château-Thierry, France, and studied law in Paris.
Despite his legal education, La Fontaine found his true passion in writing.
His fables, such as 'The Hare and the Tortoise' and 'The Fox and the Grapes,' are considered classics of French literature.
La Fontaine passed away on April 13, 1695, leaving a lasting legacy in world literature..