Varon de Montesquieu (1689-1755) (jan 18, 1689 – feb 10, 1755)

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Charles-Louis de Secondat, Baron de La Brède et de Montesquieu, generally referred to as simply Montesquieu, was a French judge, man of letters, and political philosopher. He is famous for his articulation of the theory of separation of powers, which is implemented in many constitutions throughout the world.

Impacted 18th c. revolutions

Government shaped by history, geography, and customs.

English balance of power - Monarchy and House of Parliament + independent courts.

U.S. Constitution and the French Constitution of 1791 were based on Montesquieu.

Holistic view of History and Society

China, India, Islamic world - a way of understanding out our own worlds.

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