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Michel Houellebecq rejects 'prophet' label at Pordenonelegge
French author Michel Houellebecq participated in a 40-minute press conference during the 27th edition of the Pordenonelegge festival in Italy. He was there to present his poetry collection, 'Tutte le poesie', published by La nave di Teseo.
During the event, Houellebecq addressed the frequent label of being a 'prophet,' a reputation stemming from his 2015 novel 'Soumission,' which depicts a political shift in France. He rejected the prophetic label, stating that 'prophets are a bit overrated.' He instead linked his insights into current affairs to his lifelong familiarity with science fiction, noting that he was an avid reader of the genre in his youth.
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Elisabetta Sgarbi · La nave di Teseo · Michel Houellebecq · Pordenone · Pordenonelegge
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- [● 3 SOURCES] Houellebecq attributed his ability to anticipate current events to his extensive reading of science fiction. www.periodicodaily.com · quotidianodibari.it · www.senzalinea.it
- [● 3 SOURCES] The press conference lasted approximately 40 minutes. www.periodicodaily.com · quotidianodibari.it · www.senzalinea.it
- [● 3 SOURCES] Houellebecq attended the 27th edition of Pordenonelegge to present the collection 'Tutte le poesie'. www.periodicodaily.com · quotidianodibari.it · www.senzalinea.it
- [● 3 SOURCES] Michel Houellebecq stated he does not consider himself a prophet and believes prophets are overrated. www.periodicodaily.com · quotidianodibari.it · www.senzalinea.it