Who of the following had a strong influence on Corneille's work?
Socrates
Aristotle
Seneca
Cicero
Answer
Seneca, a Roman philosopher, had a strong influence on Corneille's work. Corneille was particularly influenced by Seneca's tragedies, which were characterized by their strong moral messages and their use of powerful rhetoric. Corneille's own tragedies often dealt with similar themes, and he used Seneca's techniques to create powerful and moving plays.
The Tragedy Trail: Exploring the Legacy of Pierre Corneille
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