Simone de Beauvoir: A Biography (Vintage Lives)

Simone de Beauvoir: A Biography (Vintage Lives)

by Deirdre Bair (Author)

Synopsis

During the last six years of her life, the philosopher, feminist, novelist and author of the landmark work, The Second Sex , gave Deirdre Bair her unqualified co-operation and time. In interviews, she provided new insights and material that are central to understanding her life and work.

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Format: Paperback
Pages: 720
Edition: New edition
Publisher: Vintage Classics
Published: 15 Aug 1991

ISBN 10: 0099800608
ISBN 13: 9780099800606
Book Overview: 'This is the most detailed life we have of the woman who freed herself from her narrow upbringing to become a writer, feminist and companion of Sartre' Guardian

Author Bio
Deirdre Bair was a literary journalist before taking an MA and PhD at Colombia University. Since then, she has been a university professor and has lectured and written extensively on contemporary British and French literature.