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François Angelier

b. 1958

French journalist/presenter/essayist/biographer/author:fantasy novels

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About François Angelier

Born 1958. François Angelier is a French biographer, journalist, radio personality, literary critic and writer.

François Angelier (born 22 August 1958) is a French journalist, presenter, essayist, biographer and author of fantasy novels.

Biography Angelier's early discovery of Wilfred Owen, Claude Seignolle, Michel de Ghelderode, Wolfgang Kubin, Gustav Meyrink and especially Jean Ray fired his interest in mauvais genres. After studying in Paris and a short time with a theatre troupe, Angelier made his radio debut in 1981 with a programme on H.P. Lovecraft. With Emmanuel Laurentin and Jean-Christophe Ogier, he launched Bande à Parte on the French radio station France Culture in summer 1991—a programme dedicated to fantasy, fiction and comic books.

Awards Prix du Roman, Fantastic'Arts, Gérardmer 2001 for Le Templier.

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Important facts

Born
22 August 1958, Angers
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Biographer, journalist, radio personality, literary critic, writer
Nationality
France
Education
Lycée Chaptal
Positions held
Board member
Awards
Biography award of the Académie française
Also known as
F. Angelier, François-Maxime Kulpa

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Frequently asked questions

Who is François Angelier?

French journalist/presenter/essayist/biographer/author:fantasy novels

When was François Angelier born?

François Angelier was born on 22 August 1958 in Angers.

What is François Angelier's occupation?

François Angelier is a biographer, journalist, radio personality, literary critic and writer.

What nationality is François Angelier?

François Angelier is French.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: François Angelier

· Wikidata: Q3083811

· DBpedia: François Angelier

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