Danial dennett

Daniel Dennett 1942-Present

  • Early Life

    Early Life
    Daniel Dennett was born in Boston Massachusetts. His Father was a covert counter intelligence agent. Once his father passed in a plane crash while serving in Lebanon in WWII his Mother took him back to Massachusetts.While at summer camp at 11 years old he he discovered that his thought process was as a Philosopher.
  • Education

    Education
    Daniel benett was so determined to learn more about philosophy that just having one degree was not enough. after him graduating at Phillips Exeter Academy he decided to hop into Wesleyan University. For most just to have a degree in something like Philosophy is rewarding enough but not for Dennett. He went on to Harvard and received his Bachelors in 1963 and went on to another 4 or so college finally achieving a Doctor of Philosophy in Philosophy.
  • His interpertation

    His interpertation
    Daniel Dennett is a philosopher of many levels but in addition to his love to learn and educate others through seminars, he has also written a pleather of books. His books are more directed to Philosophical thinking, and the studies of the brain and how it is impaired through different factors. Also he does a lot of studies on different cultures and anthropology. A lot of great reads that are not only interesting but also exciting on the way that a living Philosopher in the new age thinks.
  • Receiving Recognition

    Receiving Recognition
    Daniel Dennett received The Erasmus Prize for the contributions to European culture. The ability for him to translate cultural significance of science and technology. His way of thinking and sharing with others in seminars different beliefs in a very intelligent way has helped many to be able to relate to Philosophy in a more positive manner. This is not only a very fascinating trait but a very humble way of teaching others your understanding of different ideas.