Richard Head

Richard Head was an English writer from the late 17th and early 18th centuries, best known for his humorous and satirical works. His most famous book, *The English Rogue*, is a comic novel that humorously depicts the adventures and misadventures of a charming but dishonest rogue. The term "Richard Head" has also been used historically as a slang nickname for someone considered foolish or inept, reflecting the character's reputation for foolishness in popular language. Overall, Head's work is recognized for its wit and for capturing aspects of English society of his time through satire.