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Alfred Jarry was a French writer born on September 8, 1873, and died on November 1, 1907. He was an important pioneer of symbolism and surrealism in literature, known for his unique literary style and profound philosophical thoughts.

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Famous Alfred Jarry Quotes

“Duration is the transformation of a succession into a reversion. In other words: THE BECOMING OF A MEMORY.”

Memories Becoming Transformation Succession Duration

Book:Selected works of Alfred Jarry

Source: Selected works of Alfred Jarry

About the Author

Born: September 8, 1873
Died: November 1, 1907
Known for: Writer
Quotes: 24

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Selected works: Edited by Roger Shattuck and Simon Watson TaylorRelated source material

Selected works of Alfred JarryRelated source material

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