William Thompson

Philosopher

Birthday June 30, 1775

Birth Sign Cancer

Birthplace Ireland

DEATH DATE Mar 28, 1833 (57)

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About

Philosopher and a student of the Enlightenment who agreed with feminist ideals and rejected Malthus' ideas on politics and economy.

Before Fame

He was in bad health when he was young. This led him to become a non-smoker and a vegetarian.

Trivia

He had a strong belief in utilitarianism and critiqued capitalist and communist ideas.

Family Life

He was the child of Aldeman John Thompson, who was an heir to a great fortune.

Associated With

He was one of many philosophical influences on Karl Marx, along with Thomas Hodgskin, John Gray, and John Francis Bray.