Biography · French novelist, filmmaker, documentalist, and essayist

Georges Perec

1936 · 1982

Years lived
45
Photos
25
Georges Perec portrait

Born

March 7, 1936

19th arrondissement of Paris, France

Died

March 3, 1982

Ivry-sur-Seine, France

Known for

French novelist, filmmaker, documentalist, and essayist

Georges Perec (1936–1982) was France best known for French novelist, filmmaker, documentalist, and essayist.

Georges Perec (March 7, 1936 – March 3, 1982) was a French novelist and essayist. A member of the Oulipo group, he explored absence, loss, and identity through ingenious wordplay and structural constraints. His work invites readers to rediscover the richness of language and narrative.

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  • When did Georges Perec die?

    Georges Perec died on March 3, 1982 in Ivry-sur-Seine, France, at the age of 45.

  • Where was Georges Perec born?

    Georges Perec was born in 19th arrondissement of Paris, France on March 7, 1936.

  • What is Georges Perec best known for?

    Georges Perec is best known for French novelist, filmmaker, documentalist, and essayist.

  • How old was Georges Perec when they died?

    Georges Perec was 45 years old at the time of death.

  • What nationality was Georges Perec?

    Georges Perec was from France.

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