Guillaume de Lorris

Guillaume de Lorris was a French poet from the 13th century, best known for writing the "Roman de la Rose," an influential allegorical poem that explores themes of love, desire, and courtly romance. The poem begins with a dream vision in which the narrator learns about the complexities of love through encounters with various allegorical figures. While Guillaume initiated the work, it was later completed by Jean de Meun, expanding its themes. "Roman de la Rose" had a significant impact on medieval literature and shaped the genre of courtly love poetry, influencing many writers in subsequent centuries.