Literature

Recognised as the father of Ivorian literature, Bernard Binlin Dadié died in 2019 at 103. Having lived through a century of history, his views are clearly stamped on his innumerable writings. A look back at the turbulent career of a visionary who fought for the dignity of his fellow citizens.

Discovering the soul of Quebec down the ages! A fascinating anthology that takes us from Cartier to Lepage, exploring the capital of the Belle Province through the writings of famous authors such as Charles Dickens and Jacques Poulin.

The francophone poetry scene through the authors-performers of today.

Ten stories, ten experiences made possible thanks to the French language. Here are 'Les Visages de la francophonie' (the faces of the French-speaking world), proposed by the Ministry of International Relations and Francophonie of Québec in partnership with 'La Fabrique culturelle' of Télé-Québec.

Paris, 1840. Rodolphe de Gerolstein, prince without fear but not without reproach, investigates the disappearance of his housekeeper's son Germain, an investigation that takes him deep into the Parisian underworld and to some of its most chic addresses, before finally revealing a dark and very personal secret... An animated series adapted from the novel by Eugène Sue in forty three-minute episodes, created from period engravings.

The story of twenty figures whose creative work in the French language served ideals of liberty, emancipation and independence. The series recounts the destiny and work of these men and women, exceptional artists, some of the best writers amongst francophone poets and novelists. The ink may sometimes have faded, almost disappeared, leaving a blank page blown by the winds of history. "Black Ink and White Page" brings them back from oblivion.

In Africa, folk tales form part of a long oral tradition. Recounted by talented story-tellers, often as night falls, they pass on values or beliefs and broach sensitive subjects such as death, poverty or sterility. Join us and discover just a few of them.

Discover the mysterious fairy-tale world of the traditional French legends.

Discover eight Canadian legends illustrated by video. Amongst them, "The Wolverine", "The Black Horse", "Captain Craig's Ghost Ship" and "The Bears of the Red Mountains".

Greek mythology is brimming with fantastical tales, stories of warfare and battles and of impossible love that fascinate young and old alike. Discover some of these captivating legends.

They are all authors who have chosen French as their language of expression. A choice often guided by emotion, personal history but also by a desire for deconstruction or to make a point.

Authors and booksellers from France, Switzerland, Canada and Belgium discuss their top picks and the books making the news in their respective countries.