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Dominique Fernandez
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Fernandez in 2009
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| Born | 25 August 1929 |
| Alma mater | École normale supérieure |
| Known for | Member of the Académie Française |
| Spouse(s) | Diane de Margerie |
| Children | 2 |
Dominique Fernandez was born on August 25, 1929. He is a well-known French writer. He writes novels, essays, and travel books.
In 1982, he won the Prix Goncourt, a very important French literary award. He won it for his novel about Pier Paolo Pasolini. In 2007, he became a member of the Académie Française. This is a famous group that protects the French language.
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About Dominique Fernandez
Dominique Fernandez was born in France. His birthplace was Neuilly-sur-Seine, near Paris. This was on August 25, 1929.
His Family and Education
Dominique's father was Ramón Fernández. He was also a literary critic. Ramón Fernández passed away in 1944. In 2007, Dominique gave a speech at the Académie Française. In this speech, he spoke about his father.
Dominique went to a famous school called the École Normale Supérieure. He also earned a special degree in Italian literature.
His Career as a Writer
In 1957 and 1958, Dominique taught in Naples, Italy. He taught at the French Institute there. His writing career started in 1958. He wrote a book about modern Italian novels.
He then worked as a literary critic. He wrote for a weekly magazine called L'Express. He also worked for a publishing company named Grasset. Today, he writes a regular column for a Swiss art magazine called Artpassions.
His Personal Life
In 1961, Dominique Fernandez married Diane de Margerie. They had two children together. Their son was named Ramon and their daughter was named Laetitia. They later divorced in 1971.
From 1966 to 1989, he taught Italian literature. He taught at the University of Haute-Bretagne in Rennes. He also wrote as a critic for Le Nouvel Observateur. He wrote for an opera magazine too.
Joining the Académie Française
In 2007, Dominique Fernandez became a member of the Académie Française. This is a great honor for a French writer. When new members join, they receive a special ceremonial sword.
See also
In Spanish: Dominique Fernandez para niños
