Editorial: Liberation

• Bernard Pivot's death marks the end of the book-as-show era, books as opportunities to create televised moments.
• Pivot was a promoter of literature, both for his love of the word and his exceptional presentation skills.
• Many of the statements promoted or heard on his program Apostrophes would no longer be acceptable today.
• Pivot remained culturally relevant and beloved by the public, despite changing times and attitudes.
• In addition to his culture, what will endure from Pivot is his humor, which garnered him numerous followers both in France and abroad.

Conclusion: Just as Bernard Pivot marked an era in television and literature, his death marks the end of a unique and cherished cultural legacy.

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