July 23

Luís António Verney was a leading figure of the Portuguese Enlightenment who challenged the educational status quo. In his landmark work 'O Verdadeiro Método de Estudar', he argued for modern teaching practices and curriculum reform. He advocated for the use of vernacular Portuguese in schools and the inclusion of sciences in the syllabus. Verney's ideas inspired a generation of reformers and paved the way for educational modernization in Portugal. Despite initial resistance, his proposals influenced academic institutions and the broader intellectual climate of his time.

Ernest Belfort Bax was a prominent English barrister who became a leading figure in the socialist movement of late Victorian Britain. He authored several works on social theory, including his notable critique of gender relations and the legal status of men. As a historian, he produced detailed studies on the origins of socialism and the structure of early societies. Bax was an advocate for gender equality from a unique perspective, founding organizations that debated the rights of men alongside the emerging feminist movement. His intellectual contributions helped shape early discussions around social justice and the rights of individuals under the law.

Born in Pythagoreio, Samos in 1942, Dimitris Liantinis became a philosophy professor at the University of Athens. He published influential essays and books on ancient Greek culture, education, and the human condition. Liantinis criticized contemporary values, advocating a return to classical ideals and rigorous intellectual standards. His writing style was lyrical and confrontational, earning both acclaim and controversy. In 1998, he disappeared with a colleague and was later found to have taken his own life, leaving cryptic farewell letters. His works continue to inspire debate in Greek philosophical circles and among cultural scholars.