Nicola Abbagnano
Italian philosopher and academic on existence
Born
1901
124 years ago
Died
September 9th, 1990
34 years ago — 89 years old
Category
Thinkers & Philosophers
Country
Italy
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Contributed significantly to existentialism and philosophy of being. Focused on the concept of existence and human freedom, appropriating ideas from Kierkegaard and Heidegger. Served as a professor of philosophy at the University of Palermo and later at the University of Salerno. Authored several works that explored the human condition, including 'Storia della filosofia' and 'Il sistema dell'esistenza'. Established the Italian Society of Philosophical Studies, promoting philosophical research and discourse in Italy.
Published 'Storia della filosofia'
Founded the Italian Society of Philosophical Studies
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