April 16

Patricia De Martelaere was a celebrated Belgian philosopher, novelist, and essayist born in 1957. She held a doctorate in philosophy and served as a professor at the Free University of Brussels, specializing in phenomenology and aesthetics. De Martelaere's writings blend rigorous philosophical analysis with poetic prose, as exemplified in her acclaimed work 'Je pensais que c'était amour, mais c'était de la folie'. She authored several novels and essay collections that delve into themes of identity, consciousness, and the power of language. Awarded the Prix Victor-Rossel for literature, her work resonated beyond academic circles and reached a broad readership. In addition to teaching, she contributed regular columns to Belgian newspapers and lectured internationally. Patricia De Martelaere's profound reflections on the human condition continue to inspire scholars and readers alike.