Simone de Beauvoir

Simone de Beauvoir was a prominent French author and philosopher known for her contributions to existentialism and feminism.

Born in 1908, she studied philosophy and taught until 1943.

Her literary career began with "L'Invitée" in 1943, followed by several novels and essays.

Beauvoir's most famous work, "The Second Sex" (1949), became a foundational text for the global feminist movement.

She wrote extensively on philosophy, politics, and social issues, as well as autobiographical works.

Beauvoir collaborated closely with Jean-Paul Sartre and remained active in literary and feminist circles until her death in 1986.