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.

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.