Louis Perceau

1883–1942 (age 59)

bibliographer

Biography

Louis Perceau (1883–1942) earned recognition as a bibliographer whose calm stewardship of texts helped preserve the treasures of French literature. He devoted himself to unearthing and cataloguing manuscripts and rare editions, making vital contributions to the scholarly community in turbulent times.

Perceau’s resting place at the Crématorium-columbarium du Père-Lachaise bears witness to a life committed to the written word. His memory endures among those who value the patient work of guardians of literary history.

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