Choderlos

Choderlos is a surname. Notable individuals with this surname include Pierre Choderlos de Laclos, a French writer and military officer best known for his novel "Les Liaisons dangereuses" (Dangerous Liaisons). He was born in Amiens in 1741 and died in Parma in 1803. His literary work, published in 1782, is considered a masterpiece of epistolary novels and a significant contribution to French literature, exploring themes of seduction, manipulation, and morality in the French aristocracy.

The surname Choderlos itself has origins that are not widely documented in readily accessible public records. It appears to be of French or possibly Flemish descent. The full name "Choderlos de Laclos" suggests a noble lineage, with "de Laclos" potentially indicating a place of origin or a territorial connection. Beyond Pierre Choderlos de Laclos, there are no other widely known public figures associated with the surname that have achieved significant international recognition in literature, politics, or other prominent fields. The primary association of the Choderlos surname in popular culture and historical discourse remains tied to the author of "Dangerous Liaisons."