Jorge Manrique was a Spanish poet born around 1440 in the province of Cuenca. He is best known for his work "Coplas por la muerte de su padre," a poignant elegy dedicated to his father, which reflects on life, death, and the passage of time. Manrique's poetry is characterized by its deep emotional resonance and philosophical insights. Manrique was part of the Spanish Renaissance and is considered one of the most important figures in Spanish literature. His writing combines themes of love, loss, and the inevitability of death, making his work timeless and relatable across generations.