Joseph Ernest Renan

Joseph Ernest Renan was a French historian and philosopher. He is best known for his work on the history of Christianity and the origins of Western civilization. Renan was a prominent figure in the field of historiography and was known for his meticulous research and insightful analysis. He was born in France in 1823 and died in 1892. Renan is considered one of the most important historians of the 19th century.