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Fleur Jaeggy's cult novels reissued by Tusquets

publication · 2026-07-26

Tusquets is reissuing four works by Swiss writer Fleur Jaeggy, born in Zurich in 1940, a major voice in contemporary European literature. Her cult novel 'La niña a la que le gustaban demasiado las cerillas' explores feral children, power, and repressed sexuality. Jaeggy is known for her discreet public persona, letting her writing speak for itself.

Key facts

  • Tusquets reissues four works by Fleur Jaeggy
  • Jaeggy was born in Zurich, Switzerland in 1940
  • She is considered a major voice in contemporary European literature
  • Her novel 'La niña a la que le gustaban demasiado las cerillas' is a cult book about feral children, power, and repressed sexuality
  • Jaeggy maintains a low public profile

Entities

Artists

  • Fleur Jaeggy

Institutions

  • Tusquets

Locations

  • Zurich
  • Switzerland

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