Gilles Boileau
French translator (1631-1669)
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Summary
Gilles Boileau was born on October 22, 1631[1], in Paris[2]. He died on March 10, 1669[3], in Paris[4]. He worked as a linguist[5], poet[6], translator[7], and writer[8]. He ranks in the top 0.73% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (53 views/month, #7,300 of 1,000,298).[9]
Key Facts
- Father: Gilles Boileau[10]
- Country of citizenship: France[11]
- Position held: member of the Académie française[12]
- Member of: Académie Française[13]
- Sex or gender: male[14]
- Commons category: Gilles Boileau[15]
- Family name: Boileau[16]
- Given name: Gilles[17]
- Described by source: Brockhaus and Efron Encyclopedic Dictionary[18]
- Languages spoken, written or signed: French[19]
- Name in native language: Gilles Boileau[20]
- Sibling: Nicolas Boileau-Despréaux[21], Jacques Boileau[22]
- Writing language: French[23]
Why It Matters
Gilles Boileau has Wikipedia articles in 5 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[24] He is known by 6 alternative names across languages and contexts.[25]
FAQs
Where was Gilles Boileau born?
Gilles Boileau's place of birth was Paris[2].
Where did Gilles Boileau die?
Gilles Boileau died in Paris[4].
Who were Gilles Boileau's parents?
Gilles Boileau's father was Gilles Boileau[10].
What did Gilles Boileau do for work?
Gilles Boileau worked as a linguist[5], poet[6], translator[7], and writer[8].