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Isaiah Berlin
(1909 - 1997)
Latvian-English historian and philosopher
Latvian-English historian and philosopher
Renowned political philosopher and historian of ideas celebrated for his writings on liberty.
Born in Riga and educated in the United Kingdom, Isaiah Berlin became a leading scholar of political thought.
His 1958 essay 'Two Concepts of Liberty' introduced the distinction between positive and negative freedom.
Berlin served as a professor at Oxford, influencing students and colleagues with his erudite lectures and writings.
He received numerous honors, including a knighthood and the Order of Merit, recognizing his contributions to philosophy.
His vivid biographical essays and collections, such as 'The Hedgehog and the Fox', continue to inspire thinkers worldwide.
Berlin passed away in 1997, leaving a rich legacy in the humanities.
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Isaiah Berlin