Cyrano de Bergerac

Cyrano de Bergerac, a French dramatist and duelist, is famously depicted in fictional works, particularly in Edmond Rostand's 1897 play, where he is characterized by an exaggeratedly large nose that draws visitors eager to see it. While portraits indicate he did have a prominent nose, its size has been significantly amplified in these stories. The blend of fact and fiction surrounding his life highlights themes of identity and perception, making him a compelling figure in literary history.