Guilbert de Pixérécourt: Quick Facts

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Also Known As	René-Charles-Guilbert de Pixérécourt
Born	January 22, 1773 • Nancy • France
Died	July 27, 1844 (aged 71) • Nancy • France
Notable Works	“Coelina, ou l’enfant du mystére”

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