Joost van den Vondel

Description: (Dutch Author of Christian Poetry and Verse Dramas)
Born to Belgian migrants who had moved to Germany and then to the Netherlands, because of their Mennonite origins, Joost van den Vondel grew up to be one of the most celebrated Dutch authors and dramatists. He not only translated Greek tragedies such as Electra, but also penned masterpieces such as Lucifer.

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Birthday November 17, 1587 (Scorpio)
Died on February 5, 1679
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