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Menippus

Greek Cynic philosopher and satirist
Years: 310BCE - 225BCE

Menippus (3rd century BCE) of Gadara, is a Cynic and satirist.

His works, which are all lost, were an important influence on Varro and Lucian.

The Menippean satire genre is named after him.