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Ogust Le BretonFrench writer and screenwriter
Date of Birth: 18.02.1913
Country:  France |
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Biography of Auguste Bretton
Auguste Bretton, a French writer and screenwriter, was known for his contributions to literature and crime fiction. Born in France, he gained recognition for his realistic portrayal of criminal underworld and his extensive knowledge of its language and customs. It was in this criminal world that Bretton acquired the nickname "Le Breton" (The Breton), which later became his literary pseudonym.
Black Novels and Acclaimed Films
Bretton's debut novel, "Mâle demolition" ("Male Breakup"), published in 1953, introduced a new style to the genre of "black" novels. Known for their gritty realism and depiction of the criminal underworld, his novels often explored the themes of fate and doomed individuals within this environment. Bretton's works were more gangster-oriented rather than police-focused, and they often celebrated the mythology and concept of honor within the criminal world.
Throughout his career, Bretton wrote a total of 77 crime and detective novels, many of which were adapted into classic suspense films. Some of the notable films based on his works include "Mâle demolition" ("Male Breakup"), "Affrontement à Paris" ("Showdown in Paris"), and "Le clan sicilien" ("The Sicilian Clan"). These films starred renowned actors such as Jean Gabin, Lino Ventura, Alain Delon, Jean-Paul Belmondo, and Robert Hossein.
Other Works and Impact
Apart from his fictional works, Bretton also wrote a biography of Édith Piaf, entitled "Little Sparrow," as well as two dictionaries of criminal jargon. In 1998, a collection of his poems was published. While his works were not widely translated into Russian, in 2008, the publishing house "Terra-Book Club" released a collection of Bretton's works, including his novel "Le clan sicilien" ("The Sicilian Clan"), as well as "Mâle demolition" ("Male Breakup"), "Femme demolition" ("Female Breakup"), and "Affrontement à Paris" ("Showdown in Paris").
Auguste Bretton's contribution to crime fiction and his realistic portrayal of the criminal underworld made him a significant figure in French literature. His works continue to inspire and captivate readers and have left a lasting impact on the genre of crime fiction.
