Listed In: Philosophers
Birthdate: November 12, 1915
Sun Sign: Scorpio
Birthplace: Cherbourg-en-Cotentin, France
Died: March 25, 1980
Roland Barthes was a prominent French literary theorist, essayist, philosopher, critic, and semiotician. He was known for his analysis of various sign systems, especially those rooted in Western popular culture. Barthes’ work had a significant impact on structuralism, anthropology, literary theory, and post-structuralism. His notable works include the essay collection “Mythologies” and the influential essay “The Death of the Author.” Throughout his career, Barthes had strong connections with the École des Hautes Études en Sciences Sociales (EHESS) and the Collège de France.
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