Eugenio María de Hostos
Puerto Rican philosopher and educator
Born
January 11th, 1839
186 years ago
Died
August 11th, 1903
122 years ago — 64 years old
Category
Thinkers & Philosophers
Country
Puerto Rico
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A lawyer, philosopher, and sociologist, contributed significantly to education reform in Puerto Rico and advocated for women's rights and social justice. Founded educational institutions and emphasized the importance of public education. Wrote extensively on various social issues and played a vital role in the independence movements of Puerto Rico and the Dominican Republic. Engaged in debates on political and social reform throughout Latin America.
Founded the Free Institution of Science and Arts
Advocated for women's suffrage
Wrote 'La Peregrinación de Bayoán'
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