Bertrand Russell
1872 – 1970 United Kingdom
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Who was Bertrand Russell?
British philosopher and logician (1872–1970)
Biographical data adapted from Wikipedia’s article on Bertrand Russell (CC BY-SA 4.0).
Awards & Honors
| Award | Year | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Nobel Prize in Literature | 1950 | in recognition of his varied and significant writings in which he champions humanitarian ideals and freedom of thought |
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