Michel Houellebecq
- 1956-
Michel Houellebecq is a contemporary French novelist, poet, and essayist, known for his provocative style and sharp critique of modern society. His novels—such as The Elementary Particles (Les Particules élémentaires) and Submission (Soumission)—explore themes of alienation, sexuality, and nihilism through deeply analytical and often controversial narratives. Houellebecq is regarded as one of the most influential and debated writers in France today.
