Anthony Kenny
English philosopher and academic
Born
March 16th, 1931
94 years ago
Category
Thinkers & Philosophers
Country
United Kingdom
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An influential philosopher and academic, contributions spanned across various areas of philosophy, including the philosophy of mind, metaphysics, and the history of philosophy. Held academic positions at several prestigious institutions, including the University of Oxford. Authored numerous books, exploring themes in philosophy, ethics, and the intersection of science and philosophy. Played a significant role in the development of scholastic philosophy in the modern context.
Authored 'A New History of Western Philosophy'
Served as a former president of the British Society for Philosophy of Religion
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