Edvard Westermarck

Finnish philosopher and sociologist

Edvard Westermarck - Thinkers & Philosophers born November 20th, 1862
Born
Died

1939
87 years ago — 77 years old

Category

Thinkers & Philosophers

Country

Finland

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A philosopher and sociologist from Finland contributed significantly to the understanding of social phenomena. Focused on the study of marriage, morality, and the origins of social customs, published works include 'The History of Human Marriage' and 'Ethics'. His theories challenged existing views on morality by emphasizing the role of social context in shaping ethical norms. Westermarck's ideas influenced both sociology and anthropology, providing a framework for the study of kinship and social relations.

Authored 'The History of Human Marriage'

Developed the Westermarck Effect theory

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