Pierre Corneille

French tragedian (1606–1684)

Pierre Corneille (June 6, 1606 – October 1, 1684) was a French playwright who was one of the three great 17th century French dramatists. He has been called “the founder of French tragedy” and produced plays for almost 40 years.

Pierre Corneille

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  • "Devine, si tu peux, et choisis, si tu l'oses."
English: Guess if you can, choose if you dare.
About the quote: Léontine, Héraclius, act IV, scene IV

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