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Bernard Noël's Tribute to Paule Thévenin and Antonin Artaud

publication · 2026-04-23

Bernard Noël's book 'Artaud et Paule' recounts the intertwined destinies of Paule Thévenin and Antonin Artaud. Thévenin dedicated her life to deciphering and publishing Artaud's writings, facing arduous work and conflict with the author's heirs. Noël's work is a testament of friendship, admiration, and anger.

Key facts

  • Bernard Noël authored 'Artaud et Paule'.
  • The book focuses on Paule Thévenin and Antonin Artaud.
  • Thévenin devoted her life to deciphering Artaud's writings.
  • She faced conflict with Artaud's heirs.
  • The book is described as a work of friendship, admiration, and anger.
  • Published by artpress in 2003.

Entities

Artists

  • Bernard Noël
  • Paule Thévenin
  • Antonin Artaud

Institutions

  • artpress

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