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Jacques-Pierre Amette

b. 1943

French novelist

Writer Literary critic
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About Jacques-Pierre Amette

Born 1943. Jacques-Pierre Amette is a French writer and literary critic.

Jacques-Pierre Amette (born 1943 in Saint-Pierre-sur-Dives, Calvados, German-occupied France) is a French writer. In 2003 his novel Brecht's Mistress (French: La Maîtresse de Brecht) won the Prix Goncourt. He has been a correspondent for The New York Times and a journalist for several French newspapers.

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Important facts

Born
18 May 1943, Saint-Pierre-sur-Dives
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Writer, literary critic
Nationality
France
Education
University of Caen Normandy
Employers
Ouest-France, Le Point
Awards
Prix Goncourt; Roger Nimier Prix; Prix Contrepoint; Prince Pierre Award; Paul Flat Prize

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Jacques-Pierre Amette?

French novelist

When was Jacques-Pierre Amette born?

Jacques-Pierre Amette was born on 18 May 1943 in Saint-Pierre-sur-Dives.

What is Jacques-Pierre Amette's occupation?

Jacques-Pierre Amette is a writer and literary critic.

What nationality is Jacques-Pierre Amette?

Jacques-Pierre Amette is French.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Jacques-Pierre Amette

· Wikidata: Q717736

· DBpedia: Jacques-Pierre Amette

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