Marie-Claire Bancquart described as one of the most "powerful" voices in contemporary French poetry, drawing comparisons to French poet Charles Baudelaire. In addition to her many volumes of poetry, Bancquart has also published books and essays on subjects such as surrealism and Anatole France. She is married to French composer Alain Bancquart. Marie-Claire Bancquart Marie-Claire Bancquart (born 21 July 1932) is a contemporary French poet, essayist, professor emerita and literary critic. She is the recipient of the Grand prix de la Critique littéraire of the Académie Française, the premier authority on matters related to French language and culture, as well as numerous
Marie Aspioti In 1956 her first theatrical play "O Κουρσεμένος Γάμος" ("The Pirated Wedding") was performed in Corfu. Her other literary works were published in "Prosperos" magazine and other publications in Corfu. Later in life, Marie Aspiotis could no longer afford to maintain her "Villa Rosa" mansion and although the building became dilapidated she continued living there with her mother. Marie Aspioti Maria-Aspasia (Marie) Aspioti (29 September 1909 – 25 May 2000), was a distinguished Corfiote writer, playwright, poet, magazine publisher and cultural figure who influenced the literary and cultural life of post-war Corfu. She published the magazine "Prosperos" between the years