Charles Perrault

Charles Perrault was a French author and poet who is best known for his collection of fairy tales, Histoires ou Contes du Temps Passé. Perrault was born in Paris in 1628 and died in 1703. He was a prominent figure in French literature and was known for his elegant and refined writing style. Perrault's fairy tales have been translated into many languages and have become classics of world literature. He is also known for his work as a diplomat and was appointed as the French ambassador to Poland in 1697. Perrault was a prolific writer and published many books during his lifetime. He is considered one of the most important figures in the development of the fairy tale genre.