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Maurice Genevoix
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Maurice Genevoix (French pronunciation: [mɔʁis ʒǝnvwa, moʁ-]; 29 November 1890 – 8 September 1980) was a French author and WW1 veteran who is best known for his book, Ceux de 14.
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![]() Maurice Genevoix in 1915 | |
Born | (1890-11-29)29 November 1890 |
Died | 8 September 1980(1980-09-08) (aged 89) |
Resting place | Panthéon |
Nationality | French |
Education | Lycée Pothier Lycée Lakanal |
Alma mater | École normale supérieure |
Occupation(s) | Writer and member of the Académie française |
Known for | Ceux de 14 [fr] |
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