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Hélène Cixous

Influential French feminist writer, playwright and academic

Did you know?She established the first doctoral programme in women's studies in Europe while teaching at the University of Paris VIII.

Hélène Cixous ( sihk-SOO; French:; born 5 June 1937) is a French writer, playwright and literary critic.

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Age: 89
Status: Living

Born: June 5, 1937 · Oran, Algeria
Nationality: French
Known for: Literature, Philosophy, Film

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