Georges Bataille
French intellectual and literary figure (1897–1962)
Georges Bataille was born on September 10, 1897 in Billom and died on July 9, 1962 in Paris, aged 64. Recorded occupations: librarian, writer, draftsperson and philosopher. Country of citizenship: France. Associated movements: continental philosophy and irrationalism. Fields of work: philosophy, sacred, aesthetics and art history. Notable works include “The Impossible”, “L'Abbé C”, “Blue of Noon” and “The Accursed Share”. Educated at École des chartes.
- Born
- September 10, 1897 · Billom
- Died
- July 9, 1962 · Paris
- Age at death
- 64
- Citizenship
- France
- Occupations
- librarian, writer, draftsperson, philosopher
- Movements
- continental philosophy, irrationalism
- Notable works
- The Impossible, L'Abbé C, Blue of Noon, The Accursed Share
- Education
- École des chartes
- Wikipedia editions
- 52 languages
- Signature licence
- CC BY-SA 3.0
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