Pierre Bourdieu
French sociologist, anthropologist, and philosopher (1930–2002)
1930 — 2002
Quick Facts
Profession
French sociologist, anthropologist, and philosopher (1930–2002)
Born
August 1, 1930
Died
2002 (age ~72)
Name Origin
French
Timeline
researcher, sociologist, philosopher
FranceBorn in DenguinDied in 12th arrondissement of Paris
1930
Born in Denguin (1930-08-01)
1948
EducationStudied at Lycée Louis-le-Grand
1951
EducationStudied at École Normale Supérieure
1964
Notable workLes Héritiers
1979
Notable workDistinction
1985
Positiondirector (1985–1998)
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Pierre Bourdieu was a French sociologist and public intellectual. Bourdieu's contributions to the sociology of education, the theory of sociology, and sociology of aesthetics have achieved wide influence in several related academic fields. During his academic career he was primarily associated with the School for Advanced Studies in the Social Sciences in Paris and the Collège de France.
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Who is Pierre Bourdieu?+
Pierre Bourdieu was a French sociologist and public intellectual. Bourdieu's contributions to the sociology of education, the theory of sociology, and sociology of aesthetics have achieved wide influence in several related academic fields. During his academic career he was primarily associated with
What does the name Pierre mean?+
The name Pierre means "A male given name from French, of occasional usage, equivalent to English Peter.". It is of French origin.
When was Pierre Bourdieu born?+
Pierre Bourdieu was born on August 1, 1930.
When did Pierre Bourdieu die?+
Pierre Bourdieu died in 2002, at approximately 72 years of age.
Name Meaning
A male given name from French, of occasional usage, equivalent to English Peter.
The name Pierre is of French origin, meaning "A male given name from French, of occasional usage, equivalent to English Peter.". It is traditionally a male name.
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Pierre — August 1, 1930
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Leo
Confident, generous, warm-hearted
Fire · Sun · Jul 23 – Aug 22
Chinese Zodiac
Horse
Animated, active, energetic
Metal · Yang
Mayan Tzolkin
6 Manik
Deer — grace, healing, gentleness
Celtic Tree
Holly
Noble, leader, strategist
Ogham: Tinne · Jul 8 – Aug 4
Birthstone: Peridot — Strength, healing
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