Leonid Stolovich
Philosopher and academic in Estonia
Born
July 22nd, 1929
95 years ago
Died
November 4th, 2013
11 years ago — 84 years old
Category
Thinkers & Philosophers
Country
Estonia
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Born in 1929, this philosopher and academic contributed significantly to the fields of philosophy and education in Estonia. Focused on moral philosophy and logic, he held various academic positions, influencing generations of students and scholars. Throughout a long career, he published works that shaped philosophical discourse within the region.
Published influential works on moral philosophy
Served as a professor at universities in Estonia
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