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Vincent van Gogh comes to mind as someone who gained fame only after their death. What others can you think of?
Who Gained Fame Posthumously Like Van Gogh?
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This discussion centers on individuals who gained fame posthumously, with Vincent van Gogh as a primary example. Other notable figures mentioned include Socrates, Galois, J.S. Bach, Alfred Wegener, Franz Schubert, Robert Goddard, and Charles Darwin. The conversation highlights the tragic circumstances surrounding their deaths, such as Socrates' execution for his philosophical beliefs and Galois' untimely demise. Additionally, the discussion touches on the recognition of women in science and the broader implications of fame achieved after death.
PREREQUISITES- Understanding of historical figures in art and philosophy, specifically Vincent van Gogh and Socrates.
- Familiarity with the concept of posthumous recognition in various fields.
- Knowledge of the contributions of scientists like Alfred Wegener and Robert Goddard.
- Awareness of gender dynamics in historical scientific contributions, particularly regarding women in science.
- Research the life and works of Vincent van Gogh and his impact on modern art.
- Explore the philosophical contributions of Socrates and the implications of his trial and execution.
- Investigate the scientific achievements of Alfred Wegener and Robert Goddard, focusing on their posthumous recognition.
- Learn about the contributions of women in science during the early 20th century, particularly those known as 'Pickering's Harem.'
This discussion is beneficial for historians, art enthusiasts, philosophy students, and anyone interested in the dynamics of posthumous fame and recognition in various fields.
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Reminds me of ..
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nkvLq0TYiwI
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nkvLq0TYiwI
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People who were only appreciated after death... Socrates comes to mind. Remember, in his time, he was viciously murdered for disagreeing with the government.
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Galois.
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J.S Bach.
By the time of his death, his son's were more famous than he; not to say he was unknown.
By the time of his death, his son's were more famous than he; not to say he was unknown.
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Alfred Wegener (1880-1930) whose case was model for http://www.des.emory.edu/mfp/Kuhn.html, but Kuhn has to die first, before he can be mentioned in this thread.
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Char. Limit said:
I wouldn't say viciously murdered...
As the quote by him goes: 'The unexamined life is not worth living.' He chose death over giving up his practice of philosophy, namely forcing people to examine their own lives; he chose to die by hemlock.
But contributing to the thread:
Composer Franz Schubert and American Physicist Robert Goddard.
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Boltzmann.
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KrisOhn said:
He was sentenced to death by a tribunal, hence this is a form of legal homicide.
Philosophical wording that he "choose death" are only dust in the eye of beholder.
The truth is that he was condemned to death, and executed. For the crime of speaking his mind.
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Galois didn't really give society enough time to be able to appreciate him.Jimmy Snyder said:
Similar, but different: Turing.
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Charles Darwin
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What about most of the women who did important work in science during the first part of the 20th century?E.g. the women in 'Pickering's Harem' (as they were known).
(Although some of the them DID get recognized towards the end of their lives)
(Although some of the them DID get recognized towards the end of their lives)
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Then there were the multitude of prehistoric people unsung for many of the great inventions.
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Loren Booda said:
Second condition in the OP:
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Also, don't forget all of the men and women who became famous because of their deaths... they weren't appreciated in their lifetime either.
Guy Fawkes, for example.
Guy Fawkes, for example.
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Me. 
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Char. Limit
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Wow, you're dead?
Considering the emoticon you put up, what's it like in heaven?
Considering the emoticon you put up, what's it like in heaven?
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Char. Limit said:
Its not bad, you get unlimited chocolate. But its kinda cold.