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André le Breton

French publisher (1708-1779) · France · On the map · Business Professionals · Died at 71

André François le Breton was a French publisher. He was one of the four publishers of the Encyclopédie of Diderot and d'Alembert, along with Michel-Antoine David, Laurent Durand, and Antoine-Claude Briasson.

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A typical day, 30 days to 5 October 2026

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Le Breton contributed some articles to the Encyclopédie, but acted primarily as publisher and editor, often against Diderot's will.

Country
France
Category
Business Professionals
Type
Business Professional
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1708 to 1779 · aged 71