Jean Lorrain
Jean Lorrain was a prominent French writer and critic known for his flamboyant style and his controversial critiques of contemporary literature and society. Born in 1855, he became a significant figure in the literary world, often associated with the Symbolist movement. Lorrain was notorious for his scathing reviews, particularly of Marcel Proust's early work, which led to a famous duel between the two. His lifestyle, characterized by open homosexuality and extravagant fashion, often attracted both admiration and scandal, making him a colorful figure in the Parisian literary scene until his death in 1906.
Born on Jun 02, 1855 (170 years old)
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| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
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| Spain | 1 | 3.00 | 0.07% | +0% | 46,754,778 | 33,492 | $1,400,000 | 1,003$ |
| Totals | 1 | 46,754,778 | 33,492 | $1,400,000 | 1,003$ |
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Lorrain wrote a violent critique of Proust's first book, which led to a duel.
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