About Michel de Montaigne
Michel de Montaigne (1533-1592) was a French philosopher and writer, best known for popularizing the essay as a literary form. Born into a prominent family in the Bordeaux region, he served as a government official and developed a humanistic approach that emphasized introspection and skepticism. His seminal work, "Essais," explores a wide range of topics, reflecting on human nature and the complexities of existence, and has had a profound influence on modern thought and literature.
