Nicole Brossard

Canadian author and poet

Nicole Brossard - Canadian author and poet
Born

November 27th, 1943
81 years ago

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

Canada

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An influential voice in contemporary literature, contributed significantly to the evolution of feminist writing. Published a range of poetry and novels, exploring themes of identity, language, and sexuality. Works often exhibit a complex interplay of form and meaning, pushing the boundaries of traditional narrative structure. Active in both written and spoken word mediums, Brossard's literary contributions have garnered acclaim in various literary circles.

Published 'The Letters to Melanie'

Wrote 'Notebook of the Translations'

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