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Philippe Le Guillou

b. 1959

French writer and literary critic

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About Philippe Le Guillou

Born 1959. Philippe Le Guillou is a French writer and literary critic.

Philippe Le Guillou is a French writer. He was born in Finistère on 12 August 1959. A prolific writer, he has published around 40 books, including fiction and non-fiction. He won the Prix Médicis for Les Sept Noms du peintre and the Prix Mediterranee for La Rumeur du soleil.

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Important facts

Born
12 August 1959, Le Faou
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Writer, literary critic
Nationality
France
Education
Lycée Chateaubriand, University of Rennes 2 – Upper Brittany
Positions held
Dean, Chairperson
Employers
Inspection générale de l'Éducation nationale
Awards
Prix Médicis; Louis Guilloux Prize; Prix Breizh; Prix Ève Delacroix; Officer of the Legion of Honour; Knight of the National Order of Merit; Chevalier des Arts et des Lettres; Scriptures & Spiritualities Award

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Philippe Le Guillou?

French writer and literary critic

When was Philippe Le Guillou born?

Philippe Le Guillou was born on 12 August 1959 in Le Faou.

What is Philippe Le Guillou's occupation?

Philippe Le Guillou is a writer and literary critic.

What nationality is Philippe Le Guillou?

Philippe Le Guillou is French.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Philippe Le Guillou

· Wikidata: Q3380174

· DBpedia: Philippe Le Guillou

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