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Philippe Djian

b. 1949

French writer

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About Philippe Djian

Born 1949. Philippe Djian is a French novelist, translator, literary editor, screenwriter, writer and lyricist.

Philippe Djian (; born 3 June 1949) is a popular French author of Armenian descent. He won the 2012 Prix Interallié for the novel "Oh..." (Elle for the English translation) .

2012 Prix Interallié for "Oh..."

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Important facts

Birth century
Nationality
Education
École supérieure de journalisme de Paris, Ecole Supérieure de Journalisme de Paris
Awards
Prix Interallié; Le Vaudeville prize; Jean-Freustié Prize

Contemporaries

People whose lives overlapped Philippe Djian's

Frequently asked questions

Who is Philippe Djian?

French writer

When was Philippe Djian born?

Philippe Djian was born on 3 June 1949 in Paris.

What is Philippe Djian's occupation?

Philippe Djian is a novelist, translator, literary editor, screenwriter, writer and lyricist.

What nationality is Philippe Djian?

Philippe Djian is French.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Philippe Djian

· Wikidata: Q733112

· DBpedia: Philippe Djian

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