Clovis Hugues (November 3, 1851 - June 11, 1907), French poet and socialist, was born at Menerbes in Vaucluse.

He studied for the priesthood, but did not take orders. For some revolutionary articles in the local papers of Marseilles he was condemned in 1871 to three years' imprisonment and a fine of 6000 francs. In 1877 he fought a duel in which he killed his adversary, a rival journalist.

Elected deputy by Marseilles in the general elections of 1881, he was at that time the sole representative of the Socialist party in the chambers. He was re-elected in 1885, and in 1893 became one of the deputies for Paris, retaining his seat until 1906.

His poems, novels and comedies are full of wit and exuberant vitality. His principal works are:

• Poèmes de prison (1875), written during his detention
• Soirs de bataille (1883)
• Jours de combat (1883)
• Le Travail (1889)

Novels:

• Madame Phaëton (1885)
• Monsieur le gendarme (1891)

Dramas:

• Une Étoile (1888)
• Le sommeil de Danton (1888)