About
A Cameroonian author of the Twentieth Century, he is remembered for Le Pauvre Christ de Bomba and other controversial novels. His later works include Perpetue and Remember Ruben.
Before Fame
He was expelled from missionary school for his outspoken views. He later studied at the Sorbonne in Paris.
Trivia
His novel, Le Pauvre Christ de Bomba, was banned by the religious Cameroonian government for its satirical depiction of missionary life.
Family Life
He married Odile Tobner, a French woman. He died in exile from his homeland.
Associated With
He was born in the same country as voice actor Michelle Creber.
