| Birth Day | December 10, 1870 |
| Birth Place | Belgium |
| Age | 149 YEARS OLD |
| Died On | Jun 6, 1925 (age 54) |
| Birth Sign | Sagittarius |
Pierre Louys, also known as the Poet in Belgium, is a highly acclaimed figure in the world of literature. With his remarkable talent for verse and prose, Louys has captivated readers worldwide. As of 2024, his net worth is estimated to be an astonishing $3.4 billion, a testament to his immense popularity and success. With numerous bestselling books and a dedicated fan base, Louys continues to be a prominent figure in the literary landscape, leaving an indelible mark on the world of poetry and beyond.
Influential French poet associated with the symbolism movement and known for erotic literary works featuring lesbian themes. His works include La Femme et le pantin (The Woman and the Puppet) and Le crepuscule des nymphes (The Twilight of the Nymphs).
While studying at the Ecole Alsacienne in Paris, he became close with Future Nobel Prize laureate Andre Gide.
His collection of erotic prose poems, Songs of Bilitis, became the basis for the name of one of the United States' earliest lesbian organizations, The Daughters of Bilitis.
He was born Pierre Felix Louis and began spelling his last name as Louys in 1890.
His Songs of Bilitis were set to music by his Composer friend, Claude Debussy.
