Christian Fürchtegott Gellert

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Christian Fürchtegott Gellert was a prominent German poet, moralist, and literary figure of the 18th century, known for his contributions to the German Enlightenment. He was born in the small town of Lüben in Silesia, where he grew up in a family that valued education. Gellert pursued his studies at the University of Leipzig, where he became engaged in literary and philosophical discussions that would shape his future works. His writing often combined moral instruction with poetic beauty, making him an influential figure in the development of German literature.