Léon Brunschvicg

Léon Brunschvicg (1869–1944) was a French philosopher, historian and writer.

Also recorded as Leon Brunschvicg.

Léon Brunschvicg in brief

Born
1869
Died
1944
Known for
philosopher, historian, writer and university teacher
Place of birth
Paris
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Overview

Born at Paris in 1869, died at Aix-les-Bains in 1944.

In detail

Léon Brunschvicg studied at Lycée Condorcet and École Normale Supérieure. training under Alphonse Darlu, Émile Boutroux and Victor Brochard is recorded. Jean Cavaillès and Louis Lavelle are recorded as having studied under Léon Brunschvicg. the recorded working language is French.

Blaise Pascal is recorded as an influence.

Employment is recorded with University of Paris. Membership is recorded of Académie des Sciences Morales et Politiques, International Academy of the History of Science and Romanian Academy.

Distinctions recorded are Montyon Prize and Saintour Prize.

Sources

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    “Léon Brunschvicg”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading

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    Wikidata, structured authority record Q951066: Léon Brunschvicg

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