Alain
French philosopher (1868–1951)
Alain was born on March 3, 1868 in Mortagne-au-Perche and died on June 2, 1951 in Le Vésinet, aged 83. Recorded occupations: philosopher, writer, journalist and teacher. Country of citizenship: France. Fields of work: political philosophy, ethics and aesthetics. Educated at École Normale Supérieure and Lycée Pierre-Corneille. Honours include Concours général and Grand prix national des Lettres.
- Born
- March 3, 1868 · Mortagne-au-Perche
- Died
- June 2, 1951 · Le Vésinet
- Age at death
- 83
- Citizenship
- France
- Occupations
- philosopher, writer, journalist, teacher
- Education
- École Normale Supérieure, Lycée Pierre-Corneille
- Honours
- Concours général, Grand prix national des Lettres
- Wikipedia editions
- 30 languages
- Signature licence
- CC BY-SA 4.0
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