Jean de La Bruyère
French philosopher and author of "Les Caractères"
Born
August 16th, 1645
379 years ago
Died
1696
329 years ago — 51 years old
Category
Thinkers & Philosophers
Country
France
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Born in 1645, a French philosopher and author became influential through literary work. "Les Caractères", published in 1688, explored societal morals and contemporary manners, establishing a framework for character analysis in literature. This work examined the human condition with keen observations on life, society, and behavior. Additionally, contributions to literary discussions solidified a legacy in moral philosophy, providing insights that remain relevant to modern thinking.
Authored "Les Caractères" in 1688
Influenced the genre of character study
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