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Languages
English
Spouse
Rita Bronowski (1941-1974)
Children
1 child: Lisa Jardine
Residences
United Kingdom
Education
Central Foundation Boys' School, Jesus College
Zodiac Sign
♑ Capricorn
Chinese Zodiac
猴 Monkey
Name Origin
English < Biblical Hebrew (יַעֲקֹב)
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Jacob Bronowski: Polish-born British mathematician.
Born in Łódź (died at age 66).
Studied at Central Foundation Boys' School.
The name Jacob means in hebrew: grasps the heel.
Biography
Jacob Bronowski was a Polish-British mathematician and philosopher. He is best known for developing a humanistic approach to science, and as the presenter and writer of the thirteen-part 1973 BBC television documentary series, and accompanying book, The Ascent of Man. He was widely regarded as "one of the most revered intellectuals on the global stage."
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Jacob Bronowski was born in Łódź.
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