Lope de Vega
Born in 1562
Poetry
Theatre
Lope de Vega was a prolific Spanish Baroque playwright and poet, second only to Cervantes in Spanish literary reputation.
He is estimated to have written up to 1,500 three-act plays, of which about 425 survive today.
His immense output includes numerous shorter dramatic and poetic works as well.
Vega's writing was characterized by its accessibility to the masses and its exploration of Spanish life and culture.
His work significantly influenced Spanish theater and literature, establishing many of the conventions of the Spanish comedia.
Vega's ability to captivate audiences with his wit, compelling characters, and intricate plots solidified his place as one of Spain's greatest literary figures.
