Jean-Jacques Ampère

French philologist and academic teacher

Jean-Jacques Ampère - French philologist and academic teacher
Born

1800
225 years ago

Died

March 27th, 1864
161 years ago — 64 years old

Category

Thinkers & Philosophers

Country

France

Links & References

Contributed significantly to the field of philology and served as a professor at the Collège de France. Conducted extensive research on the history of the French language and literature. Authored several works that elucidated linguistic structures and their evolution. Engaged in academic discussions that advanced the understanding of language theory and its applications.

Authored 'De la manière d'écrire et de parler' that explored linguistic principles

Served as a professor at the Collège de France

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