Ovid was a Roman love poet who lived in the 1st century BC. He is best known for his epic poem, the Metamorphoses, which tells the stories of Greek and Roman mythology. He also wrote several other works, including the Amores, Ars Amatoria, and Remedia Amoris, which are all collections of love poetry. Ovid's works have been influential throughout history, and his influence can still be seen in modern literature.