George Santayana
= George Santayana
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George Santayana (1863–1952) was a Spanish-American philosopher, essayist, poet, and novelist. He is best known for his contributions to the fields of philosophy, particularly in the areas of aesthetics, metaphysics, and cultural criticism. Born in Madrid, Spain, Santayana moved to the United States as a child and later became a prominent figure in American intellectual life.