Jonathan Swift, writer, essayist, politician, dean, known for the famous work Gulliver’s Travels, died on 17 October 1745.
Edith Piaf: no regrets, ever
Let’s retrace together the works, the successes and the numerous events that marked the life of Edith Piaf, who passed away on 10 October 1963.
Glenn Gould: music is ecstasy
40 years have passed today since the death of Glenn Gould, pianist, composer, conductor. A man who gave his whole life to music.
Memoirs of a Geisha: a modern Cinderella?
25 years have passed since the release of the book Memoirs of a Geisha, which tells the real life of a girl who became a geisha. Discover this story with us.
Long live Stephen King
On the occasion of Stephen King’s 75th birthday, we’ll tell you all about the life, success and works of one of the most famous American writers of all time.
Marc Bolan, the pioneer of Glam Rock
45 years have passed today since the death of Marc Bolan, a very original guitarist, lyricist and composer of the T. Rex group, as well as a pioneer of Glam Rock.
True Blood, vampires amongst us!
Sit back, with a glass of (synthetic) blood in your hand. We’ll tell you all about the TV series True Blood, released on September 7, 2008.
Xena – Warrior Princess
In celebrating the anniversary of the release of the Xena – Warrior Princess TV series, we also celebrate the woman this series has created.
Tim Burton, the creator of a fantastic world
Happy birthday Tim Burton! Today, August 25, the creative and highly original American director turns 64. We celebrate him together by telling you about his life and his fabulous cinematographic works.
Robert Johnson, the Bluesman of the Devil
On August 16, 1938, Robert Johnson, a legend of music, passed away. It is said that he sold his soul to the devil to play as he did … we’ll tell you everything!