Tirso de Molina
Definition
Tirso de Molina was a Spanish playwright and poet who lived during the Golden Age of Spanish literature. He is best known for his play "El Burlador de Sevilla," which introduced the character of Don Juan.
Analogy
Think of Tirso de Molina as the Shakespeare of Spain. Just like Shakespeare, he wrote plays that are still performed and studied today.
Related terms
El Burlador de Sevilla: This is one of Tirso de Molina's most famous plays, which tells the story of Don Juan, a notorious womanizer.
Siglo de Oro: Also known as the Golden Age, this period in Spanish history (16th and 17th centuries) was marked by flourishing arts and literature, including works by Tirso de Molina.
Don Juan: The main character in "El Burlador de Sevilla" and many other literary works. He is a seductive and unrepentant womanizer.
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