Frantz Fanon was a renowned French-born existential humanist thinker, psychiatrist, philosopher, revolutionary, and author. Born on July 20, 1925, he was an influential post-colonialist and critical theorist, whose works have had a lasting impact on the fields of post-colonial studies, critical theory, and philosophy. His writings have been widely studied and discussed, and his ideas have been influential in the development of post-colonial thought.
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💰 Net worth: $6 Million (2024)
About
Existential humanist thinker, Psychiatrist, Philosopher, revolutionary, and author. He was an influential post-colonialist and critical theorist.
Before Fame
He enlisted in the French army and fought in the battles of Alsace. He was given the Croix de guerre medal after being wounded at Colmar in 1944.
Trivia
His first book was Black Skin, White Masks from 1952, which explored colonial subjugation of black people and its psychological effects.
Family Life
He married Josie Fanon and was the father of Olivier and Mireille Fanon.
Associated With
His work was influenced by Karl Marx.