Ari Gautier Follow

Born in Madagascar, Ari Gautier has spent many years living in both India and France. He now lives in Norway, where beside his writing he is actively involved in the artistic and cultural milieu of Oslo.

A historian who specializes in the cultural exchange between France and India, Blake Smith has translated works by Pondicherrian author K. Madavane and Réunion-born poet Evariste Parny. He teaches at the University of Chicago.