Tirso de Molina (24 March 1579[dubious – discuss] – 12 March 1648[1]) was a Spanish Baroque dramatist, poet and Roman Catholic monk. He is primarily known for writing The Trickster of Seville and the Stone Guest, the play from which the popular character of Don Juan originates.[2] His work is also of particular significance due to the abundance of female protagonists, as well as the exploration of sexual issues
