Hugo Brandt Corstius

Linguist and author of 'Het slimme zweet'

Hugo Brandt Corstius - Linguist and author of 'Het slimme zweet'
Born

August 29th, 1935
89 years ago

Died

February 28th, 2014
11 years ago — 78 years old

Category

Thinkers & Philosophers

Country

Netherlands

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A prominent linguist and author, contributed significantly to the study of linguistics and language philosophy. Worked at the University of Amsterdam, focusing on the syntax and semantics of natural languages. Published several influential works, including 'Het slimme zweet', which explores the intricacies of language and communication. Played a crucial role in advancing linguistic theory in the Netherlands.

Published 'Het slimme zweet'

Contributed to linguistic theory development

Worked at the University of Amsterdam

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