Robert Godel

1902–1984 (age 82)

Biography

Robert Godel devoted his life to the pursuit of knowledge, guiding generations of students through the delicate questions of language and literature. As a university teacher he was celebrated for his calm rigor, keen insight, and kindly encouragement of critical thought.

He remained a steady presence in academic life in Geneva and is remembered for his quiet influence, now commemorated at the Cemetery of Kings.

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