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Weyergans Franois

Aug 2, 1941

Rating : AA (Data from a birth certificate)

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Work : Prize 2005 (Goncourt Prize)

Work : Great Achievement 26 March 2009 (Member of the French Academy) chart Placidus Equal_H.

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Belgian writer and director. Weyergans won several literary prizes. His novel "Trois jours chez ma mère" awarded him the Prix Goncourt in 2005. He was elected to the French Academy, 26 March 2009. Link to Wikipedia biography

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`` François Weyergans

François Weyergans

Born: August 2, 1941, Brussels, Belgium

Deceased: May 27, 2019, Paris, France

François Weyergans was a Belgian novelist and filmmaker. He was a member of the Académie française, elected to Chair 32 in 2009. He was known for his concise and elegant prose style, often exploring themes of memory, identity, and the passage of time. His work displays a deep psychological insight, examining the complexities of human relationships and the inner lives of his characters. He was awarded the Prix Goncourt, France's most prestigious literary award, in 2005 for his novel Trois jours chez ma mère (Three Days with My Mother).

Literary Works

Weyergans authored several notable novels, including:

  • Le Pitre (The Clown) (1973)
  • La Vie d'un bébé (The Life of a Baby) (1980)
  • La Démence du boxeur (The Boxer's Dementia) (1992)
  • Franz et François (Franz and François) (1997)
  • Trois jours chez ma mère (Three Days with My Mother) (2005)
  • Royal Romance (2009)

Filmmaking

Prior to focusing on writing, Weyergans had a career in filmmaking. He directed several short films and features, including:

  • Aline (1967)
  • Un film sur quelqu’un (A Film about Someone)(short film)
  • Je t'aime, tu danses (I Love You, You Dance) (1977)

His experience in filmmaking arguably influenced his later writing, particularly in his vivid descriptions and cinematic pacing. He often employed a visual style, creating evocative scenes and memorable characters.

Legacy

François Weyergans is remembered as a significant figure in French literature. His meticulous prose and psychologically nuanced narratives earned him critical acclaim and a devoted readership. While information on his social media presence or recent projects before his passing in 2019 is limited, his literary contributions continue to be studied and appreciated. His work offers enduring insights into the human condition.

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