Maurice Perisset

About Maurice Périsset

Birth

1920

Death

1999

First book

1950

Years writing

76

French writer (1920–1999)

Maurice Périsset was a prolific French author who explored an astonishing variety of genres, from science fiction to theater.

Born in Montélimar in 1920, he dedicated his life to letters as a writer, poet, critic, and biographer.

His literary versatility allowed him to publish 34 works throughout his career, spanning both fiction and documentary.

Among his most notable works is Le festin des louves, which highlights his narrative skill.

Beyond his literary side, Périsset was actively involved in politics and left his mark as a pamphleteer.