Pamela Druckerman

Pamela Druckerman is an American journalist and author best known for her international bestseller "Bringing Up Bébé" (published as "French Children Don’t Throw Food" in the U.K.), which explores French parenting philosophies and has been translated into 30 languages. She has written five books, including "Lust in Translation", a comparative study of infidelity across cultures. Her work has appeared in prominent publications such as "The New York Times", "The Washington Post", "The Guardian", and "The Financial Times", and she has contributed commentary to media outlets including NPR, BBC, and "The Today Show".

Druckerman began her career as a staff reporter for "The Wall Street Journal", covering stories from Buenos Aires, São Paulo, and New York between 1997 and 2002. She holds a Master of International Affairs from Columbia University and has studied multiple languages, including French, Spanish, and Portuguese. Her writing often examines cultural differences, particularly between France and the U.S., blending journalistic rigor with personal narrative.

Currently based in Paris, Druckerman writes a column about France for "The New York Times" and contributes the Dress Code column for "1843/The Economist". Her work continues to explore themes of cross-cultural identity, relationships, and societal norms.