Ludovico Ariosto: The Master of Italian Epic Poetry

Ariosto (1474-1532) was an Italian poet and playwright, best known for his epic poem "Orlando Furioso", which tells the story of the adventures of the knight Orlando and other characters in the context of the Third Crusade. The poem is considered one of the greatest works of Italian literature and has had a significant influence on Western literature and culture.

The name "Ariosto" is derived from the town of Ariano, where the poet was born. His full name was Ludovico Ariosto, and he was also known as "Lodovico Ariostesio".

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