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Marcel Pagnol

1895–1974

1 series 2 books in order

Marcel Pagnol (1895-1974) was a French novelist, playwright, and filmmaker. In 1946 he became the first filmmaker elected to the Académie française, and he worked across memoir, novel, theatre, and film. On our catalog he is credited with the Souvenirs d'enfance series, including La gloire de mon père and Le Château de ma mère.

Born
1895
Known for
Souvenirs d'enfance

Series by Marcel Pagnol

Souvenirs d'enfance

2 books in order · 1957

  1. Cover of My Father's Glory

    My Father's Glory

    1957 · Marcel Pagnol

    My Father's Glory is a 1957 autobiographical novel by Marcel Pagnol. It is the first volume in his Souvenirs d'enfance series, which includes four…

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    My Mother's Castle

    1957 · Marcel Pagnol

    My Mother's Castle is a 1957 autobiographical novel by Marcel Pagnol, the second in his four-volume series Souvenirs d'enfance, following My Father's…

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Frequently asked questions

How many books has Marcel Pagnol written?

We list 2 books by Marcel Pagnol across 1 series, published in 1957 — each shown in full reading order.

What order should I read Marcel Pagnol's books?

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