Charles Perrault
Charles Perrault (1628-1703) was a French author and member of the Académie Française, best known for his fairy tales that laid the foundation for the genre in Western literature. His 1697 collection, 'Histoires ou contes du temps passé,' includes famous stories such as 'Cinderella,' 'Little Red Riding Hood,' and 'Sleeping Beauty,' which have become cultural staples and have been adapted into various forms of media over centuries.
Born on Jan 12, 1628 (397 years old)
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| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
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| Italy | 1 | 9.00 | 0.08% | +0% | 60,461,826 | 45,597 | $2,000,000 | 1,508$ |
| Totals | 1 | 60,461,826 | 45,597 | $2,000,000 | 1,508$ |
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Italy:
Charles Perrault is known for establishing the foundations of fairy tales that blend terror and wonder.
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Monaco:
Charles Perrault helped Cassini find accommodation in Paris.
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Israel:
Charles Perrault is mentioned for his fairy tales that subtly critique social hierarchies.
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Andorra:
He is the author of the classic French tale that inspired the musical La Bella Dorment.
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Costa Rica:
Charles Perrault is known for one of the most recognized versions of Cinderella published in 1697.
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