Hector Malot
French writer (1830–1907)
1830 — 1907
Quick Facts
Profession
French writer (1830–1907)
Born
May 20, 1830
Died
1907 (age ~77)
Name Origin
English
Timeline
writer, children's writer, novelist
FranceBorn in La BouilleDied in avenue de la Dame Blanche
1830
Born in La Bouille (1830-05-20)
1842
EducationStudied at Lycée Pierre-Corneille (1842–1847)
1847
EducationStudied at Lycée Condorcet (1847–1849)
1850
EducationStudied at Paris Law Faculty (1850–1853)
1907
Died in avenue de la Dame Blanche
About
Hector-Henri Malot was a French writer born in La Bouille, Seine-Maritime. He studied law in Rouen and Paris, but eventually literature became his passion. He worked as a dramatic critic for Lloyd Francais and as a literary critic for L'Opinion Nationale.
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Who is Hector Malot?+
Hector-Henri Malot was a French writer born in La Bouille, Seine-Maritime. He studied law in Rouen and Paris, but eventually literature became his passion. He worked as a dramatic critic for Lloyd Francais and as a literary critic for L'Opinion Nationale.
What does the name Hector mean?+
The name Hector means "A Trojan hero in Homer's Iliad.". It is of English origin.
When was Hector Malot born?+
Hector Malot was born on May 20, 1830.
When did Hector Malot die?+
Hector Malot died in 1907, at approximately 77 years of age.
Name Meaning
A Trojan hero in Homer's Iliad.
The name Hector is of English origin, meaning "A Trojan hero in Homer's Iliad.". It is traditionally a male name.
Other famous people named Hector
Hector — May 20, 1830
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Taurus
Reliable, patient, devoted
Earth · Venus · Apr 20 – May 20
Chinese Zodiac
Tiger
Brave, competitive, confident
Metal · Yang
Mayan Tzolkin
4 Oc
Dog — loyalty, guidance, faith
Celtic Tree
Hawthorn
Curious, adaptable, natural performer
Ogham: Huath · May 13 – Jun 9
Birthstone: Emerald — Rebirth, fertility
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Read your book at seventeen. It rewired my brain.
— a reader
Your books never stay on the shelf long. Everyone's looking for them.
— a librarian
Respect.
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