Françoise d'Eaubonne

French author and poet with feminist themes

Françoise d'Eaubonne - French author and poet with feminist themes
Born

1920
105 years ago

Died

August 3rd, 2005
19 years ago — 85 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

France

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An author and poet who significantly contributed to feminist literature. Wrote extensively on women's rights and ecological issues. Published works include 'Le féminisme ou la mort', which articulated the intersection of feminism and environmentalism. d'Eaubonne's literary career spanned several decades, leading to her recognition as a prominent figure in French feminist discourse.

Authored 'Le féminisme ou la mort' in 1974

Coined the term 'eco-feminism'

Published numerous poetry collections

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