Jacqueline de Romilly

Franco-Greek philologist and scholar

Jacqueline de Romilly - Franco-Greek philologist and scholar
Born

March 26th, 1913
112 years ago

Died

December 18th, 2010
14 years ago — 97 years old

Category

Thinkers & Philosophers

Country

France

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An influential philologist and scholar contributed significantly to the understanding of classical literature and philosophy. Focused on the works of ancient Greek writers, particularly Sophocles and Thucydides. Wrote extensively on the importance of the French language and Greek heritage. Held various academic positions, including a professorship at the Collège de France, and was a member of the Académie française.

Published numerous works on Greek literature

Served as a professor at Collège de France

Elected as a member of the Académie française

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