Marguerite de Navarre
Marguerite de Navarre was a powerful woman of the Renaissance who was born in 1492. She was the sister of King Francis I of France and the Queen Consort of King Henry II of Navarre. Marguerite was also a writer and a literary figure. She was the author of several works, including the book “Heptameron,” which is considered one of the first works of modern French fiction. In addition to her cultural influence, Marguerite was known because of her support of the Protestant Reformation. She was a vocal advocate for religious tolerance and played an important role in promoting religious freedom in France and Navarre.