Ludwig Wittgenstein

Philosopher

Birthday April 26, 1889

Birth Sign Taurus

Birthplace Vienna, Austria

DEATH DATE Apr 29, 1951 (62)

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About

Philosopher of logic, mathematics, and the mind who revolutionized the way philosophy was taught at universities.

Before fame

He was a professor at the University of Cambridge from 1939 until 1947. He wasn't a prolific author, but he did publish Tractatus Logico-Philosophicus in 1921.

Trivia

He was portrayed by Karl Johnson in the film Wittgenstein from 1993.

Family life

He grew up in a wealthy, aristocratic family.

Associated with

He was referenced in a Simpsons episode that was directed by James L. Brooks.