French literature
literature written by French authors or French-speaking authors
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French literature refers to literary works created by French authors and French-speaking writers across various genres and time periods. It matters because it has significantly shaped European culture and intellectual thought, producing influential works that continue to be read and studied worldwide.
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French literature (French: littérature française) generally speaking, is literature written in the French language, particularly by French citizens; it may also refer to literature written by people living in France who speak traditional languages of France other than French. Literature written in the French language by citizens of other nations such as Belgium, Switzerland, Canada, Senegal, Tunisia, Algeria, Morocco, etc. is referred to as Francophone literature.
For centuries, French literature has been an object of national pride for French people, and it has been one of the most influential aspects of the literature of Europe. France ranks first on the list of Nobel Prizes in literature by country.