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Joseph Méry

Joseph Méry (21 January 179717 June 1866) was a French writer, journalist, novelist, poet, playwright and librettist.

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Joseph Méry

Lithograph of Joseph Méry (1811–1883), French writer, journalist, novelist, poet, playwright and librettist by Marie-Alexandre Alophe.

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Name
Joseph Méry
Born
21 January 1797
Birthplace
Marseille, France
Died
17 June 1866
Occupation
Author
Full name
François Joseph Pierre Agnés Mery.
Nationality
France.
Fields
theatre, tale and crime.
Education
Lycée Thiers.
Languages
French.

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  1. 01Biography
  2. 02Writing and publications
  3. 03Notes, references and evidence

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