François Nourissier
author
François Nourissier was a French journalist and writer. Born in Paris in 1927, he began his career with humanitarian work for displaced persons following World War II. He held significant editorial positions at Denoël (1952–1955) and Grasset (1958–1996). Nourissier was a prominent figure in the French literary scene, elected to the Académie Goncourt in 1977. His work is characterized by an intimate knowledge of the literary world, often blending autobiography with fiction. He was known for his sharp style and moralistic wit, exploring themes of French identity, bourgeois life, and the history of literature.[1,2]
- autofiction
- French identity
- literary criticism
- humanitarianism
Books
Works by François Nourissier
- 1984 Frankreich. Eine photographische und literarische Kristallisation Co-authored with Henri Cartier-Bresson.
- 1951 L'Eau grise First novel.
- 1978 Le Musée de l'homme Humorous account of his identity.
- 1994 Mauvais Genre Explanation of his political and literary stances.
- 2005 La Maison mélancolie Exploration of bourgeois houses.
Awards
- 1977 Académie Goncourt