Irène Lindon

Irène Lindon was a prominent French publisher and the director of Éditions de Minuit from 2001 to 2021, having dedicated over three decades to the esteemed publishing house founded by her father, Jérôme Lindon. Known for her rigorous standards and deep commitment to literature, she was revered in the literary community for her support of authors and her belief that the work itself should take precedence over personal recognition. Lindon's passing on December 7, 2023, at the age of 76, marked the loss of a significant figure in French publishing.