Elisa von der Recke: Biography, Facts and Career
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Elisabeth "Elisa" Charlotte Constanzia von der Recke (née von Medem; 20 May 1754 – 13 April 1833) was a Baltic German writer, poet, and memoirist. She is best known for her exposé of the occultist Alessandro Cagliostro, which made her famous across Europe and earned her the gratitude of Catherine the Great. Her writings reflect the tension between rational and mystical religious views during the late Enlightenment era.
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- Full name: Elisa von der Recke
- Born: 1754-05-20
- Nationality: Russian Empire
- Known as: Author
- Wikidata ID: Q72451
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Who is Elisa von der Recke?
Elisabeth "Elisa" Charlotte Constanzia von der Recke (née von Medem; 20 May 1754 – 13 April 1833) was a Baltic German writer, poet, and memoirist.
What nationality is Elisa von der Recke?
Elisa von der Recke is Russian Empire.
When was Elisa von der Recke born?
Elisa von der Recke was born on 1754-05-20.
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