Jean-François Lyotard

Description: (French Philosopher and Sociologist Known for His Analysis of the Impact of Postmodernity on the Human Condition)
French philosopher Jean-François Lyotard initially wished to be a monk and even a painter. He started his career as a school teacher in Algeria and later various socialist groups. While he later taught French and philosophy at various institutes, he also became a leading figure of the postmodernist movement.

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Birthday August 10, 1924 (Leo)
Died on April 21, 1998
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