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Movie · 1990

Is My Father's Glory based on a book?

Quick answer

Yes. My Father's Glory is based on the book My Father's Glory by Marcel Pagnol (1957).

My Father's Glory is book 1 of the Souvenirs d'enfance series.

The movie was released in 1990.

The book behind My Father's Glory

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My Father's Glory

by Marcel Pagnol · first published 1957 · autobiography

1957 autobiographical novel by Marcel Pagnol.

Souvenirs d'enfance: books in order

  1. My Father's Glory (1957)
  2. My Mother's Castle (1957)
  3. The Time of Secrets (1960)
  4. The Time of Love (1977)

Common questions

Is My Father's Glory based on a book?

Yes. My Father's Glory is based on the book My Father's Glory by Marcel Pagnol (1957).

Who wrote the book My Father's Glory is based on?

My Father's Glory was written by Marcel Pagnol and first published in 1957.

Is My Father's Glory part of a series?

Yes, it is book 1 in the Souvenirs d'enfance series.

Should I read the book before watching?

Start with My Father's Glory, book 1 of My Father's Glory. If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read it before you watch. Adaptations often change or cut plotlines, so the book is a different experience even if you've seen the movie.

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