What did rabelais, shakespeare, and cervantes have in common

Rabelais, Shakespeare and Cervantes are all Renaissances writers who lived in Europe during the fifteenth century. Cervantes was a Spanish writer, Shakespeare was an English writer and Rabelais was a French writer. All three writers wrote about the issues of the day. Each writer had a profound influence on the society in his own country. They helped the citizens of their respective countries to understand the major issues in their society at the time they lived.  This impacted the Renaissance movement throughout the whole of early modern Europe. 

Slave labor.  slave labor was an essential part of the economy of spanish polish colonies.

The role of women in the enlightenment is often debated and frequently overlooked. women during this era were not considered of equal status to men, and much of their work and effort was suppressed.[1] salons, coffeehouses, debating societies, academic competitions and print all became avenues for women to socialize, learn and discuss enlightenment ideas. these avenues furthered their roles in society and created stepping stones for future progress