Alain Badiou
Alain Badiou is a prominent French philosopher and mathematician, known for his contributions to the fields of ontology, politics, and philosophy of mathematics. Born on January 17, 1937, Badiou's work often explores the relationship between truth, subjectivity, and the event, drawing heavily on set theory and mathematical concepts. He has been a significant figure in contemporary thought, advocating for the idea of philosophy as a tool for social and political transformation. His writings, including 'Being and Event' and 'Logics of Worlds,' have influenced a wide range of disciplines and continue to provoke debate within philosophical circles.
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Alain Badiou is a French philosopher whose ideas influenced John Maus's work.
‘It sucks to be called a Donald Trump supporter’ – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2025-12-02
Alain Badiou is a philosopher who explained the murders in the context of Western dominance.
Plötzlich waren alle Franzosen im Visier der Terroristen
Switzerland· 2025-11-11
Badiou's contributions to political philosophy are noted in the context of universalism.
Kako je mogoče predlagati novo ontologijo
Slovenia· 2025-09-23
In Alain Badiou’s In Praise of Love, Badiou describes the basis of love’s starting and flourishing as the 'encounter between two differences'.
I’ve met a wonderful man – but he’s starting to give me the ‘ick’ – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-07-27
Alain Badiou examines the 20th century in his latest work.
Non fiction: Οι νέες εκδόσεις που ξεχωρίσαμε
Greece· 2025-04-14
Alain Badiou is quoted regarding the importance of mathematics in achieving a true life.
Mathématiques, le cœur battant de l’IA (IV) – La Presse de Tunisie
Tunisia· 2025-04-07
