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Patrick Modiano

Patrick Modiano

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Film
Birthday
July 30, 1945
Age
80
Height
0'0" (0 cm)
Net Worth
$5M
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About

Patrick Modiano, whose full name is Jean Patrick Modiano, is a distinguished French novelist, renowned for his works exploring themes of memory, identity, and the impact of the past on the present. His writing is characterized by its melancholic tone, evocative descriptions of Paris, and recurring motifs of loss and disappearance. Modiano is a noted writer of autofiction, blending autobiographical elements with historical fiction. He was awarded the 2014 Nobel Prize in Literature for his body of work.

Career Timeline

1968C$0.01M

Literary Debut

Modiano publishes his first novel, marking the beginning of his literary career, with initial earnings being quite low.

1978B$0.1M+$0.09000000000000001M

Prix Goncourt Winner

Winning the Prix Goncourt increases his recognition and sales, boosting his income and elevating his status in French literature.

2000B$1M+$0.9M

Established Author

Becoming an established and respected author steadily increases his income through consistent book sales and recognition.

2014A$3M+$2M

Nobel Prize Win

Winning the Nobel Prize in Literature brings international fame and increased book sales and invitations, substantially boosting his net worth.

2018B$4M+$1M

Continued Writing

Continues to write and publish novels, maintaining steady income from book sales.

2026B$5M+$1M

Enduring Literary Legacy

Remains an influential figure in literature, with his works continuing to be read and studied worldwide.

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