1894 - 1961
Louis-Ferdinand Céline was a French novelist and physician, born on May 27, 1894, and passing on July 1, 1961. He is best known for his innovative narrative style and his controversial novel "Journey to the End of the Night," which has been hailed as one of the greatest works of 20th-century literature. Céline's writings often reflected his bleak outlook on humanity and society, and his later political affiliations sparked significant controversy.