About
Julia Kristeva is a Bulgarian-French philosopher, literary critic, semiotician, psychoanalyst, feminist, and novelist. Living in France since the mid-1960s, she has made significant contributions to various fields of study. She has taught at Columbia University and is a professor emerita at Université Paris Cité. Kristeva is the author of over 30 books and has been recognized with numerous prestigious awards.
Career Timeline
Moves to France
Begins intellectual career in Paris.
Publishes 'Semeiotike'
Early work on linguistics and semiotics.
Publishes 'Revolution in Poetic'
Innovative theories on language and meaning.
Publishes 'Tales of Love'
Explores love through psychoanalysis.
Holberg Prize
Awarded prestigious international prize.
Continued Intellectual Contribution
Remains a major voice in contemporary discourse.
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Last updated: February 25, 2026