~ 1625 - 1761
Luc de Clapiers, Marquis de Vauvenargues (1715-1747) was a French writer and philosopher, best known for his essays on morality and human nature. His works, particularly "Introduction à la connaissance de l'esprit humain," reflect Enlightenment thought and explore themes of virtue, knowledge, and the human condition. Vauvenargues is often acclaimed for his pithy, insightful aphorisms and for influencing later writers and philosophers.