Pierre Larousse

Pierre Larousse (1817-1875) was a French writer and publisher best known for his encyclopedic work, *Grand Dictionnaire Universel du XIXe Siècle*. The book is a landmark in the history of French lexicography and is still used today as a valuable resource. Larousse also published numerous other works, including *Histoire Universelle*, *Dictionnaire Encyclopédique*, and *Larousse du XXe Siècle*. His works are known for their clarity, comprehensiveness, and accessibility to a broad audience.