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Born in Reggio Emilia 8.9.1474, he studied law in Ferrara, then entered the service of Cardinal D'Este, and from 1517 until his death was at the court of Alfonso, Duke of Ferrara. While still in the service of Cardinal D’Este Ariosto began to work on the poem “Furious Roland”, published in 1532 and glorified its author for centuries. In 1522 Ariosto was appointed governor of Carfagnana; three years before his death he returned to Ferrara.
Died 6.7.1533
Died 6.7.1533