Denis Diderot: French (5 oct. 1713 – 31 juill. 1784)
Description:
French philosopher, art critic, and writer, best known for serving as co-founder, chief editor, and contributor to the Encyclopédie along with Jean le Rond d'Alembert. He was a prominent figure during the Enlightenment.
- best known for his work with the encyclopedia
- The encyclopedia is a collection of controversial topics and ideas on art, government, society, and religion that was eventually added to the index of prohibited books by the catholic church.
Ajouté au bande de temps:
Date:
5 oct. 1713
31 juill. 1784
~ 70 years