Edgar Morin, ‘Grandfather’ of French Intellectuals, Dies at 104
Edgar Morin, a towering figure often regarded as the patriarch of French intellectual life, has passed away at the age of 104. In 2003, he reflected on his enduring contemplation of existence, stating, “I have a permanent sense of the mystery of all things,” and admitting, “I still have no idea why I was born, why I exist.”
Source: New York Times Generated at: 2026-06-01 18:38:50 UTC

