Michel de Montaigne
A French Renaissance essayist, known for his insightful and personal reflections on life, death, and human nature. He served as mayor of Bordeaux.
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Jan 16, 2024 • 1h 19min
81: Michel de Montaigne - “What Do I Know?”
Join us as we explore the works of Michel de Montaigne, the inventor of the essay, and his radical approach to education. We discuss his empirical approach to religion, his defense of Raymond Sebond, and his critique of human reason. We also delve into Montaigne's understanding of philosophy and virtue, his reflections on death, and his impact as the creator of the essay.
