Alexandre Kojeve

Philosopher

Birthday April 28, 1902

Birth Sign Taurus

Birthplace Russia

DEATH DATE Jun 4, 1968 (66)

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About

Forever changed the landscape of 20th-century French philosophy through his integration of Hegelian concepts into Continental Philosophy.

Before Fame

He received his formal education in Heidelberg, Germany.

Trivia

He was an accomplished polyglot and had a thorough knowledge of languages like Sanskrit, Chinese, Tibetan, Latin, and Classical Greek.

Family Life

His parents were residing in Moscow when he was born.

Associated With

He and hockey player Sergei Zubov both grew up in Moscow, albeit in different generations.