Simon Blackburn
Philosopher and academic author
Born
July 12th, 1944
80 years ago
Category
Thinkers & Philosophers
Country
United Kingdom
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A prominent English philosopher and academic, primarily engaged in the fields of philosophy, metaphysics, and ethics. Held teaching positions at various prestigious institutions, including the University of Cambridge. Contributed significantly to debates on moral philosophy and the philosophy of language. Authored multiple influential books that explore complex philosophical concepts in accessible ways, often bridging the gap between scholarly discourse and public understanding.
Authored 'Ruling Passions'
Published 'Think'
Served as Professor of Philosophy at Cambridge
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