Louis Artus (10 January 1870 - 11 May 1960) [1] was a French writer.

A dramatist, playwright, novelist and critic, Artus began his career with parts in verse such as La Duchesse Putiphar.

After studying with the Jesuits (in France and England), Artus, who regularly attended literary circles, collaborated with various newspapers like Le Gaulois, Excelsior, L'Intransigeant, Le Petit Journal, etc.

He revealed himself as deeply Christian, attracted by the mysticism of the Middle Ages, and wrote several novels of Catholic inspiration.

He has authored several boulevard plays : He has also written novels, particularly his famous trilogy : and