Jules Claretie

Jules Claretie (1840–1913) was a French novelist, playwright, historian, journalist, and chronicler of Parisian life. He contributed to numerous newspapers, sometimes under pseudonyms, and wrote in a wide range of forms, including novels, historical works, plays, and theatrical criticism.

He became administrator of the Comédie-Française in 1885, a position he held until his death. In 1888, he was elected to the Académie française and formally received there in February 1889 by Ernest Renan.

Among his notable works are Monsieur le Ministre, Le Million, Le Prince Zilah, and Histoire de la Révolution de 1870–1871. He also served as president of the Société des gens de lettres and the Société des auteurs dramatiques.