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Pierre Ronsard transformed his life from one of possible anguish into one in which he created a legacy that has lasted for centuries. Born into a noble family in near Vendome, France in September of 1524, Ronsard was the younger of their sons. His life was one of privilege—from the benefits of a classical education in his family's residence at the Chateau de la Poissoinniere to being sent away to the College of Navarre, in Paris, at the early age of nine. Before graduating from college, he left and was appointed page to the Duke of Orleans, son of King Francis I. Later, he would become page to James V, King of Scotland where he stayed for three years. While there and through time spent in England Ronsard became proficient in the English language. His travels...
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