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Montesquieu Philosopher

Charles-Louis de Secondat, Baron de La Brède et de Montesquieu (/ˈmɒntɨskjuː/; French: [mɔ̃tɛskjø]; 18 January 1689 – 10 February 1755), generally referred to as simply Montesquieu, was a French lawyer, man of letters, and political philosopher who lived during the Age of Enlightenment. He is famous for his articulation of the theory of separation of powers, which is implemented in many constitutions throughout the world. He did more than any other author to secure the place of the word despotism in the political lexicon.

Personal facts

Birth date	January 18, 1689
Birth place	Aquitaine , France , La Brède , Château de la Brède
Date of death	February 10, 1755
Place of death	Paris , France
Era	Age of Enlightenment
Main interest	Political philosophy

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