Photo : Tibault Lafargue
Meeting with Thibault Lafargue
Step into the intricate world of the Middle Ages with an author who breathes new life into historical fiction. Join us for a fascinating conversation where Thibault Lafargue pulls back the curtain on his latest literary project and the complex power dynamics of his characters.
Bibliothèque Rainer Maria Rilke (Paris 5th)
About
The Rainer Maria Rilke Library invites you to meet author and filmmaker Thibault Lafargue on Saturday, November 7, 2026. From 18:00 to 20:00, this free event offers a deep dive into his historical trilogy, specifically focusing on the second installment of Le Bouffon de la Couronne, which examines court intrigue and the role of women within the harem. The session is open to attendees aged 16 and over. The venue is fully accessible to wheelchair users and provides specific support for deaf, hard-of-hearing, blind, visually impaired, or cognitively disabled visitors.
Passionate about history, fencing, and the Middle Ages, Thibault Lafargue divides his time between his career as a screenwriter/director in cinema and as a literary author. In 2025, he published his first novel with ActuSF, the first installment of a trilogy he has carried with him almost his entire life. The second volume of "Le Bouffon de la Couronne" has just been released. This time, Thibault Lafargue plunges us into the mysterious and enchanting world of the harem through a captivating narrative, where the role of women and the influence of laughter play a decisive part in this central chapter of the trilogy.
Our take on this event
Explore the creative world of Thibault Lafargue, a writer and filmmaker whose passion for history and fencing informs his literary work. Published by ActuSF, his latest novel marks the second volume of a trilogy he has been developing for years. This exclusive meeting provides an opportunity to discuss the themes of his recent work, Le Bouffon de la Couronne, which immerses readers in the mysterious environment of the harem.
During this two-hour event, running from 18:00 to 20:00, the author will discuss the decisive influence of laughter and the status of women in this pivotal chapter of his saga. The discussion is designed for an audience of 16 and older.
The event takes place at the Rainer Maria Rilke Library in the 5th arrondissement. Admission is free for all attendees. The library is committed to accessibility, featuring facilities suitable for wheelchair users, as well as accommodations for guests who are deaf, hard of hearing, blind, visually impaired, or living with cognitive disabilities.
