Romain Gary Quotes

A collection of quotes by Romain Gary.

Romain Gary (1914-1980) was a prominent French novelist, diplomat, and film director. Born Roman Kacew in Vilnius, Lithuania, he later moved to France and served as a pilot during World War II. Gary achieved literary success under various pseudonyms, winning the prestigious Prix Goncourt twice, firstly in 1956 for "Les racines du ciel" ("The Roots of Heaven") and then in 1975 for "La vie devant soi" ("The Life Before Us"). Known for his versatile writing style and exploration of complex human emotions, Gary's works often reflected his personal experiences and provided insightful social commentary.