L’info du jour : French as a Diplomatic Language
The French language has played a crucial role in international diplomacy. It was the dominant language of diplomacy, used in European courts and international agreements until the 20th century, and…
L’info du jour : Jean Baudrillard, Theorist of Postmodernity
Jean Baudrillard is best known for his analysis of culture and media with works like ‘Simulacra and Simulation’, where he argues that in the postmodern age, simulations have replaced the…
L’info du jour : Alexis de Tocqueville, Political Philosopher
Alexis de Tocqueville’s ‘Democracy in America’ is a profound historical study of the early American political system as seen through the eyes of a French aristocrat. His insights into American…
L’info du jour : Maurice Merleau-Ponty, Phenomenologist
Maurice Merleau-Ponty’s major works, such as ‘Phenomenology of Perception’, emphasize the importance of the body as the primary site of knowing the world. His philosophy challenges the traditional Cartesian dualism,…
L’info du jour : Albert Camus, Philosopher of the Absurd
Albert Camus is known for his concept of the ‘absurd’, the conflict between human tendencies to seek inherent value and meaning in life and the cold, indifferent universe. His works,…
L’info du jour : Henri Bergson, Philosopher of Time and Consciousness
Henri Bergson’s exploration of time and consciousness in ‘Creative Evolution’ and ‘Matter and Memory’ introduced new ways of thinking about the experience of time as something fluid and non-linear, influencing…
L’info du jour : Jacques Derrida, Father of Deconstruction
Jacques Derrida’s philosophy of deconstruction challenged traditional assumptions about certainty, identity, and truth. His work has had a significant impact on contemporary critical theory, questioning the relationships between language, text,…
L’info du jour : Michel de Montaigne, Skeptic and Humanist
Michel de Montaigne was one of the most influential writers of the French Renaissance, known for popularizing the essay as a literary genre. His essays delve into the nature of…
L’info du jour : Michel Foucault, Revolutionary Thinker
Michel Foucault’s theories on power, knowledge, and discourse have left a profound impact on various fields including sociology, literary theory, and cultural studies. His work examines how societal institutions use…
L’info du jour : Simone de Beauvoir, Existentialist and Feminist
Simone de Beauvoir, a pivotal figure in existentialism and feminism, explored the existential oppression of women in her seminal work, ‘The Second Sex’. Her ideas challenged the patriarchal society norms…
L’info du jour : René Descartes, Father of Modern Philosophy
René Descartes is best known for the statement ‘Cogito, ergo sum’ (I think, therefore I am), a fundamental element of Western philosophy. His work laid the groundwork for 17th-century continental…
L’info du jour : Cultural Richness of Alsace
Alsace is a region marked by its unique blend of French and German influences. This area’s diverse cultural heritage is evident in its architecture, cuisine, and bilingualism, showcasing a history…