Hélène Carrère d'Encausse
French historian and politician, author
French historian and politician, author
2023
3 years ago — 94 years old
Thinkers & Philosophers
France
An influential historian and politician, contributed significantly to the understanding of Russian history and politics. Known for extensive writings that analyze the Soviet Union and post-Soviet states. Held the position of Permanent Secretary at the Académie Française and was a member of the French National Assembly. Emphasized the importance of historical context in contemporary political discourse.
Authored 'L'Empire effondré', a major work on Russian history
Served as Permanent Secretary of the Académie Française
Analyzed Soviet politics and its transitions
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