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Joan DeJean is a leading author focused on French literature, history, and the material culture of the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries. Her work explores how France, and particularly Paris, became a center of modern culture and style. DeJean analyzes how innovation in fashion, food, and design translated into daily life, shaping contemporary society. Her approach is rooted in a deep understanding of historical context and its enduring influence.