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Birthplace
Saint-Julien-Chapteuil, France
Nationality
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French
Spouses
Gabrielle Romains (1912-1930), Lise Romains (1936-1972)
Education
Lycée Condorcet, École Normale Supérieure
Zodiac Sign
♍ Virgo
Chinese Zodiac
鸡 Rooster
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Jules Romains: French writer (1885-1972).
Born in Saint-Julien-Chapteuil (died at age 86).
7 awards including Commander of the French Order of Academic Palms.
Jules Romains has 3 credits in our database.
Studied at Lycée Condorcet.
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Filmography (3)
AWARDS (7)
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Commander of the French Order of Academic Palms
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Commandeur des Arts et des Lettres
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Concours général
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Eugène Dabit populist novel award
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Biography
Jules Romains was a French poet and writer and the founder of the Unanimism literary movement. His works include the play Knock ou le Triomphe de la médecine, and a cycle of works called Les Hommes de bonne volonté . Sinclair Lewis called him one of the six best novelists in the world.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How old was Jules Romains?
Jules Romains was born on and passed away on at the age of 86.
Where was Jules Romains born?
Jules Romains was born in Saint-Julien-Chapteuil.
What movies or shows has Jules Romains been in?
Jules Romains has 3 credits in our database. Notable titles include Volpone (1941), Donogoo Tonka (1936), The Portrait (1923).
Where can I find more information about Jules Romains?
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