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Jacques Roubaud, Poetic Master of Form and Whimsy, Dies at 92

Jacques Roubaud, esteemed poet and mathematician, passed away at age 92, marking the end of a significant era in contemporary French poetry.

Albertine, New York's Most Charming French Bookstore

Albertine serves as a vital cultural anchor in New York, blending French literature with the city's rich history.
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Why France's Most Controversial Novelist Is Also Its Most Celebrated

Michel Houellebecq's new novel, Annihilation, revisits themes of male loneliness and civilizational decline, reflecting deep-seated personal and societal struggles.

Annihilation by Michel Houellebecq review deepfakes, sex acts and cyber-attacks

Houellebecq's reputation has shifted from prominent author to an increasingly challenged figure in contemporary literature.

Why France's Most Controversial Novelist Is Also Its Most Celebrated

Michel Houellebecq's new novel, Annihilation, revisits themes of male loneliness and civilizational decline, reflecting deep-seated personal and societal struggles.

Annihilation by Michel Houellebecq review deepfakes, sex acts and cyber-attacks

Houellebecq's reputation has shifted from prominent author to an increasingly challenged figure in contemporary literature.
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Virginie Despentes: I wasn't writing Base-Moi from a very good place'

Despentes's new novel, Dear Dickhead, explores themes of power dynamics and personal accountability within the context of #MeToo in the publishing industry.

Micheline Presle, Actress Known for Devil in the Flesh,' Dies at 101

Micheline Presle was a French actress who represented a certain style of French femininity during the golden age of French cinema.
Her subtle facial expressions and versatility were showcased in acclaimed films based on French literature.

Edouard Louis: All my writing is political and all my life is, too'

Edouard Louis, a bestselling writer, frequents Le Select, a famous literary cafe in Paris, because it is a monument to French literature and a place where he can connect with the world.
Louis is a public figure in France, recognized for his appearances in French media and his cultural influence. He exploded onto the literary scene 10 years ago with his novel, The End of Eddy.
Louis gives a voice to a younger generation in France who feel disconnected from traditional politics and supports the far-left.

Camille Bordas Reads "Chicago on the Seine"

Camille Bordas has published multiple novels, with her first English novel released in 2017 and a new novel published recently.
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