Bernard Le Bovier de Fontenelle (1657–1757)

Born 1657 CE, died 1757 CE.

Bernard Le Bovier de Fontenelle (; French: [fɔ̃tənɛl]; 11 February 1657 – 9 January 1757), also called Bernard Le Bouyer de Fontenelle, was a French writer and a member of three of the academies of the Institut de France, noted especially for his accessible treatment of scientific topics during the unfolding of the Age of Enlightenment.

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