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Les Éditions de Minuit

Les Éditions de Minuit is a renowned French publishing house founded in 1941, known for publishing important and innovative literature, particularly during and after World War II. It gained fama for supporting experimental and socially engaged writers, including notable figures like Samuel Beckett and Jean-Paul Sartre. The publisher has a reputation for quality and intellectual depth, often focusing on literary fiction, philosophy, and political thought. Its name, meaning "The Midnight Editions," reflects its commitment to avant-garde and challenging works that push literary boundaries and stimulate intellectual discourse.