Philosophers born on April 21

Take a focused look at the philosophers born on April 21. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

• 1864 Max Weber

  Max Weber was a German philosopher, sociologist, and political economist, widely regarded as one of the founders of modern sociology. He is best known for his thesis on the relationship between Protestant ethics and the spirit of capitalism and for his conceptualization of bureaucracy in social and economic organizations. [bio]