Pedro Calderón de la Barca was a Spanish playwright and poet, born in Madrid in 1600 and passed away in 1681. He is known for his contributions to the Spanish Golden Age of literature, particularly for his plays, which are renowned for their depth, complexity, and philosophical themes. Calderón is considered one of the greatest playwrights of the Spanish Baroque period and his works have been translated into many languages, including Tamil. Although his work is primarily in Spanish, Calderón's plays have been performed and appreciated by audiences in India and around the world.