Henry Home

Scottish judge and philosopher.

Henry Home - Scottish judge and philosopher.
Born

1697
328 years ago

Died

December 27th, 1782
242 years ago — 85 years old

Category

Thinkers & Philosophers

Country

Scotland

Links & References

Served as a judge in the Court of Session in Scotland. Contributed significantly to the field of philosophy, particularly in legal and moral philosophy. Engaged with the ideas of Scottish Enlightenment thinkers. Wrote extensively, producing several influential works, including 'Elements of Criticism' which discussed literary criticism and aesthetics.

Judged in the Court of Session

Authored 'Elements of Criticism'

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