D'Alembert Quotes

A collection of quotes by D'Alembert.

Jean le Rond d'Alembert (1717-1783) was a prominent French mathematician, physicist, and philosopher. Born illegitimate, he was abandoned on the steps of a Parisian church but later adopted by a glazier and his wife. Despite his humble beginnings, d'Alembert's talent for mathematics was recognized, and he became a leading figure of the Enlightenment. He made significant contributions to various fields, including mathematics, mechanics, and music theory. D'Alembert is best known for his work on partial differential equations and the principle of virtual work. He co-edited the famous Encyclopédie, a monumental work that aimed to compile and disseminate knowledge.