Public figure, Media
Philip Rieff Silver
American sociologist (1922–2006)
Philip Rieff was an American sociologist (1922–2006). Born 1922 in Chicago. Associated with Harvard University, Brandeis University, University of Pennsylvania.
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- Media
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- Education
Common questions
- Who is Philip Rieff?
- Philip Rieff was an American sociologist (1922–2006). Born 1922 in Chicago. Associated with Harvard University, Brandeis University, University of Pennsylvania.
- What does Philip Rieff do?
- Philip Rieff is known as writer, sociologist.
- Where did Philip Rieff study?
- Philip Rieff studied at University of Chicago.
- When was Philip Rieff born?
- Philip Rieff was born on 1922-12-15 in Chicago.
- What awards has Philip Rieff received?
- Guggenheim Fellowship.
Career and education
SilverCareer
Education
Public life
Gold- Born
- 1922-12-15, Chicago
- Died
- 2006-07-01, Philadelphia
- Citizenship
- United States
- Occupations
- writer, sociologist
- Also known as
- Rieff
Achievements
SilverAwards
- Guggenheim Fellowship
Network
SilverFamily (public figures)
- Susan SontagSpouse
- David RieffChild
Profile
- Languages
- English
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