Patrick Chamoiseau
Patrick Chamoiseau | |
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Chamoiseau in Strasbourg, June 2009 | |
| Born | 3 December 1953 |
| Works | , Texaco |
| Style | Novels, essays, tales, film scripts |
| Awards | Prix Goncourt |
Patrick Chamoiseau (French pronunciation: [patʁik ʃamwazo]; born 3 December 1953) is a French author from Martinique known for his work in the créolité movement. His work spans a variety of forms and genres, including novels, essays, children's books, screenplays, theatre and comics. His novel Texaco was awarded the Prix Goncourt in 1992.