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This article is about the Roman poet. For other uses, see Lucan (disambiguation).
Marcus Annaeus Lucanus (3 November AD 39 – 30 April AD 65), better known in English as Lucan (/ˈluːkən/), was a Roman poet, born in Corduba, Hispania Baetica (present-day Córdoba, Spain). He is regarded as one of the outstanding figures of the Imperial Latin period, known in particular for his epic Pharsalia. His youth and speed of composition set him apart from other poets.
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Born | 3 November AD 39 |
Died | 30 April AD 65 (aged 25) |
Cause of death | Forced suicide |
Nationality | Roman |
Occupation | Poet |
Spouse | Polla Argentaria |
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Family | gens Annaea |
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