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Hélène Cixous

Is Hélène Cixous A-List?

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NoHélène Cixous is currently ranked B tier — a well-known figure with a strong career but not quite a household name.

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Reached A-list in 1975

Publishes 'La Jeune Née'

Lost A-list status in 1983

Dropped to B tier — Continued Academic Influence

Ranking Timeline

1968C$0.1M

Early Literary Works

Begins publishing early literary works, exploring themes of language and identity.

1969B$0.3M+$0.19999999999999998M

Co-founded Vincennes University

Co-founds the Centre universitaire de Vincennes, establishing a hub for innovative thought.

1970B$0.5M+$0.2M

Founds Women's Studies Center

Establishes the first women's studies center at a European university, pioneering feminist scholarship.

1975A$1M+$0.5M

Publishes 'La Jeune Née'

Publishes 'La Jeune Née' ('The Newly Born Woman'), a seminal work in feminist theory.

1983B$2M+$1M

Continued Academic Influence

Continues to teach and publish extensively, solidifying her influence on feminist thought and literary theory.

1990B$3M+$1M

International Recognition Grows

Her work gains international recognition, with translations and scholarly attention increasing.

2000B$4M+$1M

Prolific Writing Career

Continues to write and publish prolifically, exploring diverse genres and themes.

2010B$4.5M+$0.5M

Continued Influence on Literature

Remains a significant influence on contemporary literature and feminist thought, lecturing and publishing.

2026B$5M+$0.5M

Legacy as Feminist Thinker

Hélène Cixous continues to be celebrated as a major figure in feminist theory and literature, leaving a lasting legacy.

Last updated: February 25, 2026