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Pierre Louÿs: French writer and poet (1870–1925).
Born in Ghent (died at age 54).
Recipient of the Officer of the Legion of Honour.
Pierre Louÿs has 2 credits in our database.
Studied at École alsacienne.
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Biography
Pierre-Félix Louÿs was a Belgian poet and writer, most renowned for lesbian and classical themes in some of his writings. He is known as a writer who sought to "express pagan sensuality with stylistic perfection". He was made first a Chevalier and then an Officer of the Légion d'honneur for his contributions to French literature.
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Pierre Louÿs was born in Ghent.
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Pierre Louÿs has 2 credits in our database. Notable titles include La Femme et le Pantin (1958), Conchita (1929).
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