Alexandre Jardin - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | April 14, 1965 |
|---|---|
| Age | 60 |
| Birthplace | Neuilly-sur-Seine, France |
| Zodiac Sign | Aries - (see also Alexandre Jardin's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Snake |
| Generation | Generation X |
| Known For | French novelist, author of 'Le Zèbre' and other contemporary fiction, winner of the Prix Fémina |
Intro
Alexandre Jardin is a French novelist, essayist, and filmmaker known for his contemporary fiction and contributions to French literature. He achieved early success with his debut novel 'Bille en tête' and later with the prize-winning 'Le Zèbre'. Jardin's works often explore themes of love, family, and personal identity.
Early Life & Background
Alexandre Jardin was born into a literary family; his father, Pascal Jardin, was a prominent screenwriter. Alexandre attended Sciences Po in Paris. He began writing fiction in his youth and published his first novel at the age of 20.
Career Highlights
- Published debut novel 'Bille en tête' in 1986
- Won the Prix Fémina in 1988 for 'Le Zèbre'
- Adapted 'Le Zèbre' into a successful film in 1992 as screenwriter and director
- Founded the civic movement 'Bleu Blanc Zèbre' in 2014
Trivia
- His grandfather Jean Jardin was a senior government official.
- Several of his works have been adapted for film.
- He is considered one of the most successful young fiction writers in late 20th-century France.
FAQs
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Alexandre Jardin is 60 years old.
Alexandre Jardin was born the 14 April 1965.
Neuilly-sur-Seine, France.
On His Birth-Day
About April 14th, 1965, in brief:
- Historical events: On April 14, 1965, the United States and South Vietnam initiated "Operation Fact Sheet," a psychological warfare mission involving the aerial distribution of over two million leaflets in North Vietnamese cities with military facilities. The leaflets, written in Vietnamese, contained messages urging civilians to avoid areas designated for bombing, suggesting that civilian opposition to their government could end the bombings, and promoting the benefits of relocating to South Vietnam. Despite the extensive leaflet drops, the operation had minimal impact on North Vietnamese strategy, though it did result in some civilians moving away from military sites.
- Day of the week: April 14th, 1965 was a Wednesday
- Zodiac Sign: Aries (in western zodiac), Snake (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: I'm Telling You Now by Freddie and the Dreamers
- #1 UK song: Concrete And Clay by Unit 4+2
- Popular movie: The Sound of Music directed by Robert Wise
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