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Werner JaegerGerman historian and classical philologist
Date of Birth: 30.07.1888
Country:  Germany |
Content:
- Werner Jaeger: Historian and Philologist of Ancient Greece
- Academic Career
- "Paideia: The Formation of Greek Thought" (1934)
- Professor at Harvard University (1939-1961)
- Legacy
Werner Jaeger: Historian and Philologist of Ancient Greece
Early Life and EducationWerner Wilhelm Jaeger was born in Lobberich, Germany, in 1888. He exhibited an early passion for classical studies, attending the University of Bonn and the University of Berlin.
Academic Career
Professor in Berlin (1924-1936)In 1924, Jaeger was appointed Professor of Ancient History and Classical Philology at the University of Berlin. During his tenure, he conducted groundbreaking research on Greek thought and culture.
"Paideia: The Formation of Greek Thought" (1934)
Jaeger's seminal work, "Paideia: The Formation of Greek Thought," was published in 1934. This monumental three-volume study traces the origins and development of Greek intellectual and moral values from the earliest times to the Hellenistic period. It is widely recognized as one of the most comprehensive and influential works in the field.
Professor at Harvard University (1939-1961)
In 1939, Jaeger emigrated to the United States and joined the faculty of Harvard University as a Professor of Greek. He remained there until his retirement in 1961.
Legacy
Werner Jaeger's contributions to the study of ancient Greece are immeasurable. His scholarship on Greek thought and civilization has had a profound impact on generations of scholars and students. He is remembered as a towering figure in the field of Classics who helped shape our understanding of the origins and enduring influence of Greek culture.
