Paul-Loup Sulitzer, Author of 'Money' and Pioneer of 'Finance Fiction,' Dies at 79

The celebrated French writer, who epitomized the 1980s 'years of money,' passed away from a stroke on February 6, 2025, at his home in Mauritius.

Paul-Loup Sulitzer, known for his best-selling 'finance fiction' novels like 'Money' and 'Cash!', sold 60 million books worldwide that were translated into over 40 languages.
Sulitzer’s works explored the world of capitalism and financial ambition, often blending entrepreneurial spirit with the allure of wealth, which resonated during the 1980s economic boom.
Despite his literary success, Sulitzer faced personal and financial struggles in later years, including a debilitating stroke in 2004, legal issues, and the loss of his wealth.
In a striking shift, Sulitzer expressed anti-capitalist sentiments in his later life, criticizing the system he once celebrated in his works for neglecting human values.
His legacy remains a testament to a unique genre of storytelling that captured the zeitgeist of an era, though his later years were marked by a quieter life in relative obscurity.