Friendship Quote by Auguste Comte
“After Montesquieu, the next great addition to Sociology (which is the term I may be allowed to invent to designate Social Physics) was made by Condorcet, proceeding on the views suggested by his illustrious friend Turgot.”
About This Quote
Source Book: "Cours de philosophie positive", 1830
He credits Condorcet with advancing social physics, building on Montesquieu and Turgot's ideas.
In simple terms: Condorcet advanced social physics after Montesquieu and Turgot.
Key Takeaway
Study Condorcet's contributions.
Themes
sociology
history of ideas
philosophy
Mood
analytical
historical
Type
academic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- academic curricula
- historical analysis
- policy development
Key Concepts
social physics
intellectual lineage
Questions to Reflect On
- What impact did Condorcet's ideas have on modern sociology?
- How do intellectual lineages shape contemporary thought?
A Different Perspective
May oversimplify complex intellectual histories.
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