Luc de Clapiers, marquis de Vauvenargues: Quick Facts

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Born	August 6, 1715 • Aix-en-Provence • France
Died	May 28, 1747 (aged 31) • Paris • France
Notable Works	“Introduction à la connaissance de l’esprit humain, suivie de réflexions et de maximes”
Subjects Of Study	morality

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