Louise Labé
French poet of the Renaissance, born in Lyon (1524–1566)
1524 — 1566
Quick Facts
Profession
French poet of the Renaissance, born in Lyon (1524–1566)
Born
January 1, 1524
Died
1566 (age ~42)
Name Origin
English
Timeline
writer, poet, salonnière
FranceBorn in LyonDied in Parcieux
1524
Born in Lyon (1524-01-01)
1566
Died in Parcieux
About
Louise Charlin Perrin Labé, also identified as La Belle Cordière after her father's job, was a French Renaissance poet from Lyon.
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Who is Louise Labé?+
Louise Charlin Perrin Labé, also identified as La Belle Cordière after her father's job, was a French Renaissance poet from Lyon.
What does the name Louise mean?+
The name Louise means "A female given name from French.. Etymology: id2=contain From Louise, the feminine form of Louis.". It is of English origin.
When was Louise Labé born?+
Louise Labé was born on January 1, 1524.
When did Louise Labé die?+
Louise Labé died in 1566, at approximately 42 years of age.
Name Meaning
A female given name from French.. Etymology: id2=contain From Louise, the feminine form of Louis.
The name Louise is of English origin, meaning "A female given name from French.. Etymology: id2=contain From Louise, the feminine form of Louis.". It is traditionally a female name.
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Names related to Louise
Louise — January 1, 1524
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Capricorn
Ambitious, disciplined, patient
Earth · Saturn · Dec 22 – Jan 19
Chinese Zodiac
Monkey
Sharp, smart, curious
Wood · Yang
Mayan Tzolkin
4 Cimi
Death — transformation, rebirth
Celtic Tree
Birch
Ambitious, driven, charming
Ogham: Beith · Dec 24 – Jan 20
Birthstone: Garnet — Protection, strength
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You made words do things I didn't think words could do.
— a literature student
I read your first chapter and almost quit writing. Then I read it again and couldn't stop.
— fellow writer
Your books never stay on the shelf long. Everyone's looking for them.
— a librarian
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