Stories tagged "philosophers": 3
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Simone de Beauvoir – The Parisian philosopher who ushered in the second wave of feminism.
Tucked away in the beautifully cluttered confines of Montparnasse Cemetery is a marble headstone stained pink with lipstick, left over decades by adoring fans. This headstone marks the graves of Parisian philosophers Jean-Paul Sartre and Simone de…
Café de Flore – Literary Hub in Saint-Germain-des-Pres
Today, you might see actors or other celebrities enjoying expensive beverages and desserts at the Café de Flore, but in the 19th and early 20th centuries, it was full of writers, artists, philosophers, and even prostitutes. These people…
Cimetière du Montparnasse – Colorful Stories of the Dead
The bustling city of Paris is chock full of cemeteries. More and more grave markers appear as the city’s extensive history continues to grow. Located in a neighborhood with profound artistic significance, Cimetière du Montparnasse is home to a rich…