About Giambattista Basile
Lived 1566 – 1632 (aged 66). Giambattista Basile was an Italian writer, poet, children's writer, politician, collector of fairy tales and collector.
In popular culture
The 2015 film Tale of Tales is a screen adaptation loosely based on his fairy tale collection.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Giambattista Basile?
Italian writer (1583-1632)
When was Giambattista Basile born?
Giambattista Basile was born on 15 February 1566 in Giugliano in Campania.
When did Giambattista Basile die?
Giambattista Basile died on 23 February 1632 in Giugliano in Campania.
What was Giambattista Basile's occupation?
Giambattista Basile was a writer, poet, children's writer, politician, collector of fairy tales and collector.
What nationality was Giambattista Basile?
Giambattista Basile was Italian.
Sources & further reading
· Wikipedia: Giambattista Basile
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