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François Poirié's 'Ils dansent' Transcends Literary Expectations

publication · 2026-04-23

François Poirié's second novel, 'Ils dansent', published by éditions Ubacs, is highlighted as a rare book that carries readers beyond all books. The review, from artpress in November 1989, praises the work for meeting the high standard of transporting readers beyond literature itself during a period of literary agitation.

Key facts

  • François Poirié is the author of the novel 'Ils dansent'.
  • 'Ils dansent' is Poirié's second novel.
  • The novel is published by éditions Ubacs.
  • The review appeared in artpress in November 1989.
  • The book is described as meeting the demand of carrying readers beyond all books.
  • The review was published during a time of literary agitation.

Entities

Artists

  • François Poirié

Institutions

  • éditions Ubacs
  • artpress

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