Dr. Destouches (Céline's real name)

Dr. Louis-Ferdinand Céline was the pen name of Louis-Ferdinand Destouches, a French novelist and physician. He is best known for his influential yet controversial works like *Journey to the End of the Night*. Céline’s writing is characterized by its innovative style, blending colloquial language with passionate, often dark themes. As a doctor, he had a medical background that informed his literary realism. However, his career is also marred by his outspoken support for controversial political views and anti-Semitic statements. Céline's complex legacy includes both his literary achievements and the moral considerations surrounding his political stance.