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Magical Realism, Murakami and Anthropology: Meet Benjamin Hoffmann
Benjamin Hoffmann is a College of Arts & Sciences Designated Professor of French & Francophone Literature at Ohio State University and a creative writer. In…
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My Newfound Obsession with Julia Child
For me, one of the best ways to show love is by cooking for someone—or enjoying a meal that someone has lovingly prepared just for…
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(French) Love is in the air
With Valentine’s Day in a few weeks, there’s no better time to celebrate the timeless love stories that have shaped French culture. France has long…
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Paris: The City That Taught Me How to Dream
“Paris is always a good idea,” whispers Audrey Hepburn to the stiff yet strangely alluring Humphrey Bogart. This famous line is from the film Sabrina…
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Louis Sel: A Sprinkle of Magic from the Special Salts of Brittany
My love affair with France began in high school when my father let me tag along on a business trip. Armed with my high school…
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My Journey with Language Learning
Growing up in Milton, I was fortunate to attend a public elementary school that offered a French immersion program—a rare experience in the United States,…
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A Few Books from La Rentrée Littéraire I Wish I Had Time to Read
Twice a year, it's the same struggle for any French book lover. Hundreds of books come out in the space of a few weeks, and…
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What Is Your Learning Style and How Does It Relate to Learning French
Earlier this year, I mentioned to a colleague that I wanted to take a French class focused on grammar. She immediately gave me a look…
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How to Improve Your French While Making Friends
Learning languages is a great way to discover other cultures, make new friends, and add a new skill to your resume. One of my favorite…
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Recover from Screen Hangover: Finding Joy in Hobbies
We’ve all been there—endlessly scrolling through TikTok or binge-watching another series, only to realize that hours have passed, and you’re left with a screen hangover.…
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