Denis Diderot: French (oct 5, 1713 – jul 31, 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.
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Date:
oct 5, 1713
jul 31, 1784
~ 70 years