Claude Seignolle facts for kids
Claude Seignolle (pronounced Klohd Sen-yol) was a French writer. He was born on June 25, 1917, and lived a very long life, passing away on July 13, 2018, when he was 101 years old. He was known for his stories that often explored old legends and strange tales.
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Who Was Claude Seignolle?
Claude Seignolle was a fascinating French author. He spent many years studying and writing about folklore (which means the traditional beliefs, customs, and stories of a community). He also studied archaeology (the study of human history through digging up old sites). These interests later inspired many of his fictional books.
Early Life and Writing
Born in France, Claude Seignolle started his writing journey early. In 1937, he worked with his brother to write a book called The Folklore of Hurepoix. This book was about the local traditions and stories of a region in France. Famous writers like Pierre Mac Orlan and Blaise Cendrars really liked it!
Claude Seignolle also used different names for some of his writings. These are called pseudonyms. He wrote under names like 'Starcante', 'S. Claude', and 'Jean-Robert Dumoulin'. In 1945, he published his first novel, which was called Le Rond des sorciers.
A Long Life and Legacy
Claude Seignolle lived to be over 100 years old. He celebrated his 100th birthday in June 2017. He passed away the next year in July 2018, at the age of 101. His unique stories, which often mixed real-life details with spooky or magical elements, continue to be read and enjoyed by many.
Famous Books by Claude Seignolle
Here are some of Claude Seignolle's well-known books that have been translated into English:
- Man with Seven Wolves, published in 1992. This was a novel he wrote with Jacqueline Kergueno.
- The Accursed, published in 1967. This book contained two shorter stories, called novellas.
- The Nightcharmer: And Other Tales, published in 1983. This was a collection of his stories.
- The Black Cupboard, published in 2010. This was another novella.
