About Boileau
Nicolas Boileau-Despréaux (1636-1711) was a prominent French poet and critic, renowned for his role in shaping classical literature in France. A key figure in the literary movement of the 17th century, Boileau championed clarity, reason, and the principles of Neoclassicism, influencing writers with his works such as "L'Art poétique," which outlined the rules of poetic composition. His ideas helped establish a standard for literary excellence and criticism that resonated throughout the French literary landscape.
