Tzvetan Todorov

Philosopher

Birthday March 1, 1939

Birth Sign Pisces

Birthplace Sofia, Bulgaria

DEATH DATE Feb 27, 2017 (77)

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About

A philosopher known for his contributions to literary, cultural, and thought history, including his definition of the Fantastic.

Before Fame

He grew up in Sofia.

Trivia

He was the recipient of the Charles Lévêque Prize of the Académie des Sciences Morales et Politiques.

Family Life

He married Nancy Huston and raised two children with her.

Associated With

He wrote about the works and thoughts of French thinker Jean-Jacques Rousseau in a book called Frail Happiness.