Julia Deck Wins Prix Médicis 2024 for 'Ann d’Angleterre'

The novel, a poignant exploration of her mother's life, earns recognition in a competitive literary week.

Julia Deck was awarded the Prix Médicis for her autobiographical novel 'Ann d’Angleterre,' focusing on her mother's life and health struggles.
Deck's novel was published by Seuil and marks a departure from her previous works, delving into personal and familial themes.
The decision was made in the third round of voting, with Deck narrowly winning against Thomas Clerc's 'Paris, musée du XXIᵉ siècle.'
The Prix Médicis for foreign literature was awarded to Guatemalan author Eduardo Halfon for 'Tarentule,' while Reiner Stach won the essay category with his Kafka biography.
This announcement follows a notable literary week, which also saw the awarding of the Goncourt, Renaudot, and Femina prizes.