Thomas Corneille

Thomas Corneille (1625–1709) was a French dramatist and lexicographer, the younger brother of the renowned playwright Pierre Corneille. He achieved significant success with his tragedies such as 'Timocrate' and 'Ariane', and later contributed to French literature through lexicographical works including a universal dictionary. Corneille was also a member of the Académie Française, succeeding his brother in 1684.