Hugo Claus: Biography, Facts and Career
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Hugo Maurice Julien Claus (Dutch pronunciation: [ˈɦyɣoː ˈklʌus]; 5 April 1929 – 19 March 2008) was a leading Belgian author who published under his own name as well as various pseudonyms. Claus' literary contributions spanned the genres of drama, novels, and poetry; he also left a legacy as a painter and film director. He wrote primarily in Dutch, although he also wrote some poetry in English. He won the 2000 International Nonino Prize in Italy. His death by euthanasia, which is legal in Belgium, led to considerable controversy.
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- Full name: Hugo Claus
- Born: 1929-04-05
- Nationality: Belgium
- Known as: Author
- Wikidata ID: Q117783
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Who is Hugo Claus?
Hugo Maurice Julien Claus (Dutch pronunciation: [ˈɦyɣoː ˈklʌus]; 5 April 1929 – 19 March 2008) was a leading Belgian author who published under his own name as well as various pseudonyms.
What nationality is Hugo Claus?
Hugo Claus is Belgium.
When was Hugo Claus born?
Hugo Claus was born on 1929-04-05.
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