
René Crevel
August 10, 1900 – June 18, 1935
René Crevel was a French surrealist author whose work is deeply marked by inner turmoil and traumatic experiences. His prose explores the complexities of identity, sexuality, and the search for meaning in a chaotic world, often drawing from personal struggles with bisexuality and a quest for certainty. Crevel's style is characterized by its poetic intensity and raw emotionality, drawing readers into his unsettling visions. Through his writings, Crevel sought to probe the limits of the human psyche and offer a new perspective on reality, imbued with surrealist imagery.