Jean Baudrillard was a French philosopher and cultural theorist born on July 27, 1929. He was known for his focus on postmodernism and post-structuralism, and his works have had a major influence on contemporary thought. He is remembered for his critiques of consumerism, mass media, and technology, and his theories of simulacra and hyperreality.
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About
Philosopher and cultural theorist who focused on postmodernism and post-structuralism.
Before Fame
He attended Sorbonne University, the first person in his family to go on to college.
Trivia
He wrote about the September 11, 2001, attacks on the World Trade Center in New York City in his essay The Spirit of Terrorism. He called the attacks the absolute event.
Family Life
His grandparents were peasants and his parents were servants.
Associated With
He was influenced by Friedrich Nietzsche.
