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Marthe Bibesco

Romanian writer (1886-1973) · France · On the map · Writers · Died at 87

Princess Martha Bibescu, also known outside of Romania as Marthe Bibesco, was a Romanian-French writer, socialite, known for her literary work and social involvement in political circles. She spent her childhood at the noble Lahovary's estates in Balotești and Biarritz, where she received an education in literature.

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Awards

Prix Gustave Le Métais-Larivière1966
Marcelin Guérin Prize1909
Knight of the Legion of Honour

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Throughout her life, she travelled extensively across Europe, meeting notable political figures of her time. After World War I, she rebuilt her family's estates, but later lived in exile following the establishment of communist rule in Romania after World War II.

Country
France
Category
Writers
Type
Writer / Author
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1886 to 1973 · aged 87