Jacques-François Ancelot (1794-1854) was a French playwright and writer, born in Le Havre. He studied law, but soon dedicated himself to a literary career, especially in theater. Ancelot wrote a large number of plays, including comedies, dramas, and vaudevilles, many of which were successfully staged in Paris. Among his best-known works are "L'Ambition et le Sacrifice" (1822), "Le Jeune Homme sans Dette" (1825), and "La Petite Manteau" (1833). He was also the author of novels and poems, and collaborated on various literary publications. Ancelot was a member of the Society of Dramatic Authors and Composers, and his work contributed to the French theatrical landscape of the first half of the 19th century. His writing is characterized by an elegant style, well-constructed dialogues, and an insight into the social customs of his time.