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About J. M. G. Le Clézio
With over 40 works to his credit, the Franco-Mauritian Nobel Prize in Literature winning-writer drew praise for his provocative fictional and non-fictional stories. Some notable works of the author include “Le Procès-Verbal”, “Terra Amata”, “Le Chercheur d’or” and “Ourania”.
Early Life & Education
A graduate of England’s University of Bristol, he was born in Nice in the era of WWII. He obtained a master’s degree from the University of Provence in France.
Early Career
He started as a teacher in the U.S. In 1983, he wrote a doctoral thesis on the defeat of the indigenous Purépecha people. The work was published in a French magazine. After a period of teaching in various universities, he turned to a career in writing.
Writing Career
His claim to fame was his 1963 novel “Le Procès-Verbal.” In 2022, the book made the "Big Jubilee Read" list of 70 books selected to celebrate the Platinum Jubilee of Elizabeth II.
Personal Life
He got married to Jémia Jean, a Moroccan, and had three daughters with her.
Award
In addition to the Nobel Prize in Literature, he received the 1963 Prix Renaudot for his novel “Le Procès-Verbal.”
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When is J. M. G. Le Clézio's birthday?
J. M. G. Le Clézio's birthday is on April 13, 1940.
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J. M. G. Le Clézio is 84 years old.
Where is J. M. G. Le Clézio from?
J. M. G. Le Clézio was born in Nice, France.