Daniel J. Boorstin
1914 – 2004

Daniel J. Boorstin

American historian (1914–2004)

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Born
1914-10-01, Atlanta
Died
2004-02-28
Birthplace state
Georgia

Biography

Daniel J. Boorstin was born in Atlanta, Georgia, on October 1, 1914, and died on February 28, 2004. He worked as a historian at the University of Chicago and wrote on subjects across American and world history. In 1975 he became the twelfth Librarian of the United States Congress, a position he held until 1987. He played a role in establishing the Center for the Book at the Library of Congress.

Occupation

Daniel J. Boorstin is recorded as a philosopher, a sociologist, a biographer, a historian, a librarian, a lawyer and a writer, born in Georgia (1914–2004).

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Frequently asked about Daniel J. Boorstin

Who was Daniel J. Boorstin?
Daniel J. Boorstin was American historian (1914–2004), born in Georgia (1914 – 2004).
When and where was Daniel J. Boorstin born?
Daniel J. Boorstin was born on 1914-10-01 in Atlanta.
When did Daniel J. Boorstin die?
Daniel died on 2004-02-28.
What was Daniel J. Boorstin known for?
Daniel J. Boorstin is recorded as a philosopher, a sociologist, a biographer, a historian, a librarian, a lawyer and a writer.
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