Jean Froissart

1337–1405

1 standalone book

Jean Froissart was a French-speaking medieval author and court historian from the Low Countries. He wrote several works, including Chronicles and Meliador, a long Arthurian romance, as well as a large body of poetry. His poetic output included short lyrical forms and longer narrative poems. He is known primarily for his historical writings, which provide insight into the period's political and social life. His works are preserved in various manuscripts, and he is recognized as an important figure in medieval literature.

Born

1337