Jacques d'Adelswärd-Fersen
Baron Jacques d'Adelswärd-Fersen (February 20, 1880 – November 5, 1923) was a French novelist and poet. His life forms the basis of a fictionalised biography by Roger Peyrefitte.In 1903 a scandal involving school pupils made him persona non grata in the salons of Paris, and dashed his marriage plans; after which he took up residence in Capri with his long-time lover, Nino Cesarini. He became a "character" on the island in the inter-war years, featuring in novels by Compton MacKenzie and others. His house, Villa Fersen, remains one of Capri's tourist attractions.
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| Alias (AKA) | Adelsward |
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| Birth date | February 20, 1880 |
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| Date of death | November 05, 1923 |
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