V. Y. Mudimbe
V. Y. Mudimbe (1941–2025) was a philosopher, writer and university teacher.
Also recorded as Valentin-Yves Mudimbe.
V. Y. Mudimbe in brief
- Born
- 1941
- Died
- 2025
- Known for
- philosopher, writer, university teacher, anthropologist and poet
- Place of birth
- Likasi
Overview
Born at Likasi in 1941, died at North Carolina in 2025.
In detail
V. Y. Mudimbe studied at Lovanium University, Catholic University of Leuven (1834–1968) and University of Paris. the recorded working language is French and English.
The field of work recorded is philosophy, anthropology and belletristic literature.
Places of work recorded in the authority are Belgian Congo. Employment is recorded with Duke University, Haverford College and Stanford University.
Distinctions recorded are honorary doctorate at the Laval University, ASA Best Book Prize, honorary doctorate from the University of Paris-VII and Grand prix catholique de littérature.
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“V. Y. Mudimbe”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading
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Wikidata, structured authority record Q3056528: V. Y. Mudimbe
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