August Wilhelm Schlegel was a German poet, translator, and literary critic born on September 8, 1767. He is best known for his contributions to the Romantic movement in literature and for his translations of works by William Shakespeare. Schlegel played a significant role in promoting German literature and was influential in the development of literary theory during his time. In addition to his literary work, Schlegel was a prominent figure in the Jena Romanticism circle, collaborating with other notable writers like Friedrich Schlegel and Novalis. He also contributed to the field of philosophy and was involved in the establishment of the University of Berlin. Schlegel passed away on January 18, 1845.