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Grace Frick and her life with Marguerite Yourcenar: A Literary Love Story

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Grace Frick and Marguerite Yourcenar were two of the most important literary figures of the 20th century. Frick was an American poet and translator, while Yourcenar was a French novelist, essayist, and playwright. Their love story is a fascinating tale of passion, creativity, and resilience.

"We Met in Paris": Grace Frick and Her Life with Marguerite Yourcenar

by Joan E Howard

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The two women met in 1929, when Frick was a young woman living in Paris. She had come to the city to study at the Sorbonne, and she was immediately drawn to Yourcenar's work. Frick began translating Yourcenar's novels into English, and the two women soon became close friends.

Their friendship quickly blossomed into a romantic relationship. Frick and Yourcenar were both strong-willed and independent women, and they found in each other a kindred spirit. They shared a love of literature, music, and travel, and they supported each other's work.

Their relationship was not without its challenges. Frick and Yourcenar were both public figures, and their relationship was the subject of much speculation and gossip. They also faced prejudice from some quarters, as their relationship was seen as unconventional.

Despite the challenges, Frick and Yourcenar remained together for over 40 years. They were a devoted couple, and they supported each other through thick and thin. Frick was a constant source of inspiration for Yourcenar, and she helped her to produce some of her most famous works.

Frick died in 1979, at the age of 75. Yourcenar was devastated by her loss, and she never fully recovered. She died in 1987, at the age of 84.

Frick and Yourcenar's love story is a testament to the power of love and creativity. They were two remarkable women who defied convention and lived their lives on their own terms. Their relationship is an inspiration to us all.