Novelists who died on February 18

Take a focused look at the novelists who passed away on February 18. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

  • Alain Robbe-Grillet
    2008 Alain Robbe-Grillet

    French novelist, filmmaker, and literary theorist who pioneered the Nouveau Roman movement, challenging traditional narrative structures and...

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