Allan Bloom was a renowned philosopher born on September 14, 1930 in Indiana. He is best known for his exploration of Continental Philosophy and Platonism, which he wrote about extensively in his works such as The Closing of the American Mind and Love and Friendship. His works have had a lasting impact on the field of philosophy and continue to be studied and discussed today.
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Age, Biography and Wiki
💰 Net worth: $1.3 billion (2024)
About
Best remembered for his exploration of Continental Philosophy and Platonism.
Before Fame
He read an article about the University of Chicago in Reader's Digest when he was 13, and he decided that's where he wanted to study. A couple of years later, he was admitted into a program for gifted students at the University.
Trivia
He wrote his last book Love and Friendship while paralyzed in a hospital. He would dictate his words and a close associate would pen them down.
Family Life
His parents were both Jewish social workers. He died of AIDS in 1992.
Associated With
He and footballer Jay Berwanger both attended the University of Chicago.