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Jean Genet
AuthorBooks · Second hand1910-1986
Jean Genet was a French novelist, playwright, poet, essayist, and political activist. In his early life he was a vagabond and petty criminal, but he later became a writer and playwright. His major works include the novels The Thief's Journal and Our Lady of the Flowers and the plays The Balcony, The Maids and The Screens.
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About Jean Genet
Birth
1910
Death
1986
First book
1942
Years writing
44
Jean Genet was a French novelist, playwright, poet, essayist, and political activist. In his early life he was a vagabond and petty criminal, but he later became a writer and playwright. His major works include the novels The Thief's Journal and Our Lady of the Flowers and the plays The Balcony, The Maids and The Screens.
Jean Genet was a multifaceted figure who excelled as a novelist, playwright, poet, and political activist.
Born in Paris in 1910, his work reflects a deep exploration of the human condition and marginality.
Among his most iconic creations are the acclaimed works Our Lady of the Flowers and The Maids.
His literary legacy is vast, spanning over 250 works including novels, essays, and film scripts.
Beyond writing, Genet also ventured into film directing and political activism during the 20th century.
