“The course of a river is almost always disapproved of by the source.”
Quote by Jean Cocteau
Work
A call to order: written between the years 1918 and 1926 and including Cock and harlequin, Professional secrets, and other critical essays
This book is a compilation of critical essays, featuring works such as 'Cock and harlequin' and 'Professional secrets', spanning the years 1918 to 1926. more
Author
Jean Cocteau
Jean Cocteau was a French poet, playwright, novelist, and painter, renowned for his unique literary style and artistic achievements. Born on July 5, 1889, and passing away on October 11, 1963, Cocteau's work spanned poetry, drama, fiction, and painting. His creations often blended dreams and reality, profoundly influencing French literature and art in the 20th century. more
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