Henri Michaux Biography
May 24, 1899 – October 19, 1984
Henri Michaux was a highly idiosyncratic Belgian poet, writer, and painter working in the French language. He is best known for his esoteric books written in a highly accessible style, with his body of work encompassing poetry, travelogues, and art criticism. Michaux traveled extensively and experimented with drugs, the latter resulting in two of his most intriguing works.






