Henry de Montherlant
French essayist and novelist
Born
April 20th, 1895
130 years ago
Died
September 21st, 1972
52 years ago — 77 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
France
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Contributed significantly to French literature through works that explore themes of existentialism and the human condition. Notable works include the novel 'La Reine Morte' and the essay collection 'La Ville dont le Prince est un Enfant.' Active in the literary scene during the 20th century, engaged with academic and cultural discourses of the time. Also involved in theater, writing plays that garnered attention.
Authored 'La Reine Morte'
Published 'La Ville dont le Prince est un Enfant'
Wrote acclaimed plays
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