Giacomo Devoto
Italian linguist (1897-1974) · Italy · On the map · Academics · Died at 77
Giacomo Devoto was an Italian historical linguist and one of the greatest exponents of the twentieth century of the discipline. He was born in Genoa and died in Florence.
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A typical day, 30 days to 11 October 2026
The middle day of the days counted, so one week of news cannot move it. The line under it is the last 120 days, one point a day.
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Country
Italy
Category
Academics
Type
Academic
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1897 to 1974 · aged 77