George Grant
Canadian philosopher and academic
Born
November 13th, 1918
106 years ago
Died
1988
37 years ago — 70 years old
Category
Thinkers & Philosophers
Country
Canada
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Philosopher and academic contributed significantly to Canadian thought and culture. Emphasized the importance of examining technology's impact on society. Served as a professor at several universities and engaged in public intellectual discourse through lectures and writings. Authored influential texts that critiqued modernity and promoted Canadian nationalism.
Authored 'Lament for a Nation'
Served as a professor at McMaster University
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