Sebastian Brant (also Brandt) (1457 - May 10, 1521), German humanist and satirist, was born in Strasbourg. He studied at Basel, took the degree of doctor of law in 1489, and for some time held a professorship of jurisprudence there. Returning to Strasbourg, he was made syndic of the town, remaining there for the rest of his life. He first attracted attention in humanistic circles by his Latin poetry, … Wikipedia
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