Joseph Vendryes

1875–1960 (age 85)

linguist

Biography

Joseph Vendryes pursued the study of languages with a meticulous curiosity, exploring how words carry the echoes of history and human connection.

Colleagues remember him for the depth of his thinking and the kindness with which he shared new insights, virtues now honored among Père Lachaise's distinguished company.

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