Category: French Culture A Unique Olympic Ceremony and Warnings from La Fontaine

As an American francophile, I’m fortunate to live in a town that supports several French conversation groups. Two of my favorites are led by French women who have spent decades teaching their native language. These ladies not only know their subject matter inside and out, they’re also lively moderators who…
A World of Endless Diversion and Victor Hugo’s Art
The Fanciful and Poignant “French Collection” of Faith Ringgold
New Round of Death Threats For Coco

The truth can be painful, especially for those dedicated to revealing it. French political cartoonist, Corinne Rey aka Coco, must once again worry about her safety. Last month, one of France’s leading newspapers La Libération posted a controversial drawing by Coco on its X (formerly Twitter) feed. The drawing is…
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A Unique Olympic Ceremony and Warnings from La Fontaine

As an American francophile, I’m fortunate to live in a town that supports several French conversation groups. Two of my favorites are led by French women who have spent decades teaching their native language. These ladies not only know their subject matter inside and out, they’re also lively moderators who…
A World of Endless Diversion and Victor Hugo’s Art
The Fanciful and Poignant “French Collection” of Faith Ringgold
New Round of Death Threats For Coco

The truth can be painful, especially for those dedicated to revealing it. French political cartoonist, Corinne Rey aka Coco, must once again worry about her safety. Last month, one of France’s leading newspapers La Libération posted a controversial drawing by Coco on its X (formerly Twitter) feed. The drawing is…