Gaston Gallimard facts for kids
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Gaston Gallimard
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Gaston Gallimard,1900
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| Born | 18 January 1881 Paris, France
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| Died | 25 December 1975 (aged 94) Neuilly-sur-Seine, France
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| Occupation | Publisher |
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| Family | Claude Gallimard (son) Simone Gallimard (daughter in law) |
Gaston Gallimard (born January 18, 1881 – died December 25, 1975) was a very important French publisher. He helped shape French literature for many years.
He is best known for creating two major parts of French publishing. First, he co-founded a famous literary magazine. Later, he started one of France's leading publishing houses.
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Building a Publishing House
Gaston Gallimard had a big impact on books and writers in France. He started his journey in the world of literature in the early 1900s.
Starting a Literary Magazine
In 1908, Gaston Gallimard teamed up with two other important writers. They were André Gide and Jean Schlumberger. Together, they founded a new literary magazine called La Nouvelle Revue Française. This magazine quickly became a very important place for new ideas and writers.
Creating Éditions Gallimard
A few years later, in 1911, the same group officially established the company behind the magazine. Then, in 1919, Gaston Gallimard started his own publishing house. He named it Librairie Gallimard. Even though he had his own company, he kept working closely with the La Nouvelle Revue Française magazine. Today, his company, known as Éditions Gallimard, is one of the most famous and respected publishing houses in France. They have published many classic and modern French books.
Gallimard During World War II
During World War II, when Germany occupied Paris, Gaston Gallimard was still active. He took part in special meetings.
Meetings at the Georges V Hotel
During the German occupation of Paris, some French and German thinkers met. These meetings were held at the Georges V Hotel. Gaston Gallimard was part of these discussions. Other famous people there included writers like Ernst Jünger, Paul Morand, Jean Cocteau, and Henry Millon de Montherlant. A legal expert named Carl Schmitt also attended. These meetings were a way for intellectuals from both sides to talk during a difficult time.
Founding Marianne Magazine
In October 1932, Gaston Gallimard also founded a magazine called Marianne (magazine: 1932-40). This shows his continued interest in media and public discussion.
See also
In Spanish: Gaston Gallimard para niños
