Denis Diderot
Denis Diderot was an influential French philosopher, art critic, and writer in the 18th century, best known as the co-founder and chief editor of the 'Encyclopédie,' a monumental work that aimed to compile and disseminate knowledge across various fields. Diderot's writings often explored themes of aesthetics, ethics, and the nature of knowledge, making significant contributions to the Enlightenment and the development of modern thought. He is particularly noted for his reflections on art and literature, which have had a lasting impact on the philosophy of aesthetics, including his contemplations on the beauty and meaning of ruins.
Born on Oct 05, 1713 (311 years old)
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Catherine II maintained personal correspondence with various Enlightenment philosophers such as Denis Diderot.
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The French Enlightenment philosopher Denis Diderot wrote about the contemplation of ruins as a melancholy encounter with impermanence.
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