Adam Ferguson
Scottish historian and philosopher
Born
June 20th, 1723
301 years ago
Died
February 22nd, 1816
209 years ago — 92 years old
Category
Thinkers & Philosophers
Country
Scotland
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A prominent figure in the Scottish Enlightenment, contributed significantly to moral philosophy and social science. Authored 'An Essay on the History of Civil Society,' which examined the development of human societies. Ferguson's work on the relationship between society and individual behavior laid groundwork for later sociological thought. Served as a professor at the University of Edinburgh, where he influenced numerous students and scholars.
Authored 'An Essay on the History of Civil Society'
Served as a professor at the University of Edinburgh
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