Leszek Kołakowski
Born in 1927
Philosophy
Leszek Kolakowski was a renowned Polish philosopher and historian of ideas, best known for his critical analysis of Marxism, especially "Main Currents of Marxism".
He later focused on religious questions and explored the relationship between faith and reason.
Kolakowski was highly respected in Poland as both an intellectual and a symbol of anti-communist resistance.
His work on Marxism is considered definitive, combining rigorous scholarship with incisive critique.
Kolakowski's ability to engage opponents without personal animosity was noted by peers.
He died in 2009 in Oxford, leaving a legacy as a key figure in 20th-century philosophy and a influential critic of totalitarian ideologies.
