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Charles Louis de Secondat

Description:

Charles Louis de Secondat, Baron de La Brède et de Montesquieu, commonly referred to as Montesquieu, was a French lawyer, philosopher, and man of letters. He is best known for his works "The Persian Letters" and "The Spirit of the Laws". Montesquieu's ideas on political theory greatly influenced the development of democratic institutions and the separation of powers.

Senses and Usages:

• Noun (Person): Refers to the French lawyer, philosopher, and man of letters, Charles Louis de Secondat, Baron de La Brède et de Montesquieu.
• Noun (Work): Refers to the collection of works authored by Charles Louis de Secondat, including "The Persian Letters" and "The Spirit of the Laws".

Sample Sentences:

Person:

1. Charles Louis de Secondat was one of the most prominent Enlightenment thinkers.
2. Many scholars consider Baron de Montesquieu's contributions to political theory as invaluable.

Work:

1. Montesquieu's "The Spirit of the Laws" greatly influenced the political structure of modern democracies.
2. "The Persian Letters" by Charles Louis de Secondat offers a satirical exploration of French society during the 18th century.

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