Bouillon de Lectures: David Foenkinos

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Author of the acclaimed novel La délicatesse and Charlotte, winner of the 2014 Prix Renaudot and Prix Goncourt des Lycéens, David Foenkinos is a name to know in contemporary French literature. This month, discover one of his books, plays, nouvelles or even a movie adaptation of his work, and come ready to discuss whether you loved (or hated!) your choice.

Free and open to the public. This book club is intended for high intermediate to advanced (B2+) and native French speakers.

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Lauréat du Prix Renaudot et du Prix Goncourt des Lycéens pour Charlotte (2014), David Foenkinos est un auteur phare de la littérature française contemporaine. A cet occasion, découvrez son oeuvre - La délicatesse, Je vais mieux, Le mystère Henri Pick, et d'autres - ou bien une adaptation cinématographique de l'un de ses romans.

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Le Bouillon, c’est quoi ? Une opportunité de découvrir de nouvelles œuvres et de partager vos impressions avec d’autres francophones amateurs de belles lettres. Un thème vous est proposé chaque mois, vous choisissez parmi une sélection le livre de votre choix, et venez le présenter aux autres.

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