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Prix Broquette Gonin

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The prix Broquette-Gonin was a former prize awarded by the Académie française.

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It rewarded four disciplines: history, literature, philosophy and poetry. A separate prize was awarded by subject.

Prix Broquette-Gonin (history)

The prix Broquette-Gonin d'histoire "is intended to recompense the author of a philosophical, political or literary work deemed likely to inspire the love of truth, beauty and goodness". It was awarded from 1950 to 1973.

Prix Broquette-Gonin (literature)

The prix Broquette-Gonin de littérature is "for authors of a philosophical, political or literary work deemed likely to inspire the love of truth, beauty and goodness". It was awarded from 1918 to 1989.

Prix Broquette-Gonin (philosophy)

The prix Broquette-Gonin of philosophy "rewards French authors of commendable works with elevating character and moral value." It was awarded from 1917 to 1963.

Prix Broquette-Gonin (poetry)

The prix Broquette-Gonin de poésie is "for a poet, whether poetry is lyrical, epic or dramatic. The prize may be awarded three consecutive years to the same poet who, after an interval of one year, may again be chosen." It was awarded from 1960 to 1979.

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Prix Broquette-Gonin Wikipedia