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Lorenzo Magalotti
(1637 - 1712)
Italian philosopher
Italian philosopher
Italian philosopher, diplomat, and writer of the early Enlightenment, remembered for his scientific observations and literary works.
Lorenzo Magalotti was born in Florence in 1637 to an aristocratic family. A member of the Accademia della Crusca, he engaged with leading intellectuals of his time. Magalotti traveled extensively across Europe, acting as a diplomat and chronicling his experiences in letters and essays. His writings covered philosophy, science, and cultural commentary, reflecting the spirit of the early Enlightenment. He was appointed gentleman of the bedchamber to Grand Duke Cosimo III of Tuscany, influencing courtly and scholarly circles. Magalotti’s works contributed to the diffusion of scientific ideas and literary refinement in 17th-century Italy.
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Lorenzo Magalotti