The holiday season is approaching, and finding the perfect gift can sometimes be a challenge. Why not opt for a book? We have made a small selection of our favorite books that will please your loved ones and bring a literary touch under the tree.
Comic strip: women come out of their bubble
This unique comic strip traces the history of women in the 9th art, too often relegated to the shadow of great male figures. From forgotten pioneers to essential contemporary artists and authors, immerse yourself in a story that highlights their essential and little-known contribution to this creative universe.
Through this book, author Clara Authiat explores the challenges encountered by female creators, their essential contribution to the evolution of the medium, and the role of female characters. The work questions stereotypes and invites reflection on the representation of women in comics, while contributing to the conversation on gender equality in popular culture.
Read to understand, celebrate and support diversity in art and culture!
Comic strip: women come out of their bubble – Clara Authiat (LNN Edition)
The Story of art without men
A bold revision of art history, highlighting the often overlooked contributions of women artists throughout the centuries. This book redefines the way we approach art by giving voice to the women who have shaped art history, from Renaissance figures such as Sofonisba Anguissola to contemporary artists who are redefining today’s art scene.
Hessel explores often overlooked periods, such as the Dutch Golden Age, post-war Latin American artists, and influential figures of the 21st century.
This book offers an essential reassessment of the role of women in art. He is praised for his ability to overturn traditional perspectives and open readers’ eyes to a little-known part of art history.
The story of art without men – Katy Hessel (Penguin Edition)
Prehistoric man is also a woman
Marylène Patou-Mathis, renowned archaeologist, re-examines stereotypes linked to prehistory and the place of women in ancient societies. By deconstructing the traditional image of prehistoric man, often presented as the dominant hunter, the author highlights the central role of women in these societies.
Through a careful analysis of archaeological discoveries, she reveals the essential role played by women, often invisible by traditional stories.
This work, at the crossroads of history, archeology and feminism, invites us to rethink the way in which we understand the evolution of humanity and to grant the recognition they deserve to the women of yesteryear.
An essential reflection on the construction of history and the way in which genres influence the perception of the past.
Prehistoric man is also a woman – Marylène Patou-Mathis (Allary Edition)
The negotiators
Through a series of testimonies from exceptional women, such as humanitarians, doctors, lawyers, or business leaders, Crouzillac highlights the key role of negotiation in their personal and professional journey.
The book demonstrates that negotiation is a powerful lever of emancipation, allowing women to assert themselves, achieve their objectives and maintain their principles.
By deconstructing leadership stereotypes, it offers a refreshing perspective on how women can reconcile ambition, demands and life balance.
The Negotiators – Julie Crouzillac (Eyrolles Edition)
Write your life
A reflection on the quest for freedom and autonomy in the face of the determinisms that shape our lives. The author questions the idea widely conveyed by personal development that everyone must be the author of their own life.
According to her, this imperative of freedom can, paradoxically, lead to a form of servitude, because it ignores the profound influences of our time, our family and our conditions of birth.
Through references to philosophy, pop culture and literature, Chaillan invites us to reflect on what, in our lives, can really fall within our freedom of choice, and what escapes our will.
This book thus proposes a quest to free oneself from illusions and seek a true path in life, beyond social expectations.
Writing your life – Marianne Chaillan (L’Observatoire Edition)
The miracle of comfort: when philosophy gives meaning to our lives
Marie Robert invites us to rediscover the soothing and inspiring power of philosophy. Through clear reflections and poignant stories, the author guides us to face the trials of everyday life, find meaning in moments of doubt, and anchor ourselves in a brighter vision of existence.
With accessible and caring writing, she draws on the wisdom of famous thinkers and her own experiences to offer keys to understanding and avenues for comfort. This book is not a simple essay: it is an invitation to cultivate serenity and to embrace the complexity of life philosophically.
Ideal for those looking for a break from a fast-paced world, this book offers valuable resources to refocus and move forward with confidence.
> The miracle of comfort: when philosophy gives meaning to our lives – Marie Robert (Flammarion Edition)
