Christopher Dawson
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Summary
Christopher Dawson was born on October 12, 1889[1], in Hay-on-Wye[2]. He died on May 25, 1970[3], in Budleigh Salterton[4]. He worked as a historian[5], sociologist[6], philosopher[7], university teacher[8], and theologian[9]. He ranks in the top 0.72% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (968 views/month, #7,218 of 1,000,298).[10]
Key Facts
- Country of citizenship: United Kingdom[11], United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland[12]
- Occupation: Catholic theologian[13]
- Field of work: sociology of religion[14], religion[15], history of religions[16], cultural history[17]
- Employer: Harvard University[18], University of Edinburgh[19]
- Educated at: Winchester College[20], Trinity College[21]
- Award received: Fellow of the British Academy[22]
- Member of: British Academy[23]
- Religion or worldview: Catholicism[24]
- Sex or gender: male[25]
- Archives at: University of Notre Dame Archives[26]
- Family name: Dawson[27]
- Given name: Christopher[28]
- Languages spoken, written or signed: English[29]
Why It Matters
Christopher Dawson has Wikipedia articles in 14 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[30] He is known by 18 alternative names across languages and contexts.[31]
He has been cited as an influence by Bruce Thornton[32], a latinist[33], b. 1953[34], of United States[35].
FAQs
Where was Christopher Dawson born?
Christopher Dawson was born in Hay-on-Wye[2].
Where did Christopher Dawson die?
Christopher Dawson passed away in Budleigh Salterton[4].
What did Christopher Dawson do for work?
Christopher Dawson worked as a historian[5], sociologist[6], philosopher[7], university teacher[8], and theologian[9].
Where did Christopher Dawson go to school?
Christopher Dawson was educated at Winchester College[20] and Trinity College[21].
What awards did Christopher Dawson receive?
Honors received include Fellow of the British Academy[22].
Who did Christopher Dawson influence?
Christopher Dawson has been cited as an influence by Bruce Thornton[32].