André Billy

André Billy (1882–1971) was a French writer, journalist and literary critic.

Also recorded as Andre Billy.

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Overview

Recorded at birth as Barthélemy Jules André Billy.

Also worked under the name Jean de l'Escritoire.

Born at Saint-Quentin in 1882, died at Barbizon in 1971.

In detail

André Billy studied at Society of Jesus and La Providence. the recorded working language is French.

Guillaume Apollinaire and Paul Léautaud are recorded as an influence.

Membership is recorded of Académie Goncourt.

Distinctions recorded are Ambassadors' Prize and Grand prix national des Lettres.

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    Wikidata, structured authority record Q2847306: André Billy

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