Hugo Claus

Writing

Biography

Hugo Maurice Julien Claus was a leading Belgian author who published under his own name as well as various pseudonyms. Claus' literary contributions spanned the genres of drama, the novel, and poetry; he also left a legacy as a painter and film director. He wrote primarily in Dutch, although he also wrote some poetry in English.

Personal Info

• Known For Writing
• Gender Male
• Birthday April 5, 1929 (78 years old)
• Died March 19, 2008
• Place of Birth Bruges, Belgium