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Alain
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French philosopher (1868–1951)

Also known as: Émile Chartier, Emile-Auguste Chartier, Ален, إميل شارتييه, 에밀 샤르티에, エミール=オーギュスト・シャルティエ

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Known works

  • Les dieux
  • Propos
  • Cours de philosophie
  • Propos sur le bonheur
  • Esquisses d'Alain