Birthdate: 1590 AD
Birthplace: Bouère, Maine, France
Died: August 18, 1634
Urbain Grandier, a French Catholic priest, faced a controversial trial and execution for witchcraft that overshadowed his professional life. Despite his religious calling, Grandier became entangled in a political scandal orchestrated by Cardinal Richelieu, resulting in his condemnation. His case has inspired various writers, filmmakers, composers, and historians, highlighting the lasting fascination with the events of his persecution. Grandier’s story stands as a warning about the perils of political maneuvering and religious hysteria.
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