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Jean de La Fontaine

Jean de La Fontaine (July 8, 1621 – April 13, 1695) was born in Chateau-Thierry, Champagne, in central France. His father was a sort of Deputy Ranger (Maître des eaux et forêts) for the duchy (land owned by duke/duchess) of Chateau-Thierry. … Continue reading

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