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Quote by Auguste Comte

“Know yourself to improve yourself.”

Quote by Auguste Comte

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Auguste Comte, a French philosopher born on January 19, 1798, and died on September 5, 1857, is considered the father of sociology and the founder of positivism. He is best known for his work on the scientific study of society and his creation of the discipline of sociology. His seminal work, 'Cours de philosophie positive,' has had a profound impact on the development of philosophy and the social sciences. more

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