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John Lydgate

January 1, 1370 – January 1, 1450

John Lydgate was a monk and poet whose prolific literary output was deeply influenced by Geoffrey Chaucer. His work, often characterized by lengthy moralizing allegories and romances, found patronage at the highest levels of English society. Lydgate's most celebrated writings include extensive retellings of classical narratives and translations, cementing his place as a significant figure in medieval English literature.