Maeterlinck was born to a wealthy family in Ghent, Belgium.
His experience at the Jesuit College of Sainte-Barbe left him with a detestation for organized religion.
In 1885 Mr. Maeterlinck finished his law studies at the University of Ghent. He wanted to be a writer, but his father, a notary, pushed him to be a lawyer.
His first play, Princess Maleine(1889), was an immediate hit and made Mr. Maeterlinck famous. The play was adapted from Maid Maleen, by the Brothers Grimm.
The author’s 13 year relationship with actress Georgette Leblanc influenced his writing, and especially female characters, for at least 20 years.
Since his parents disapproved of his relationship with an actress, the couple moved to Paris. Mrs. Leblanc was not allowed to get divorced by the Catholic Church, but the couple lived together and frequently entertained guests.
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