Benjamin Kidd
British sociologist (1858–1916)
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Summary
Benjamin Kidd was born on September 9, 1858[1], in County Clare[2]. He died on October 2, 1916[3], in South Croydon[4]. He worked as a sociologist[5], philosopher[6], writer[7], and official[8]. He ranks in the top 0.73% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (125 views/month, #7,284 of 1,000,298).[9]
Key Facts
- Country of citizenship: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland[10]
- Field of work: scientific literature[11], sociology[12], central government[13]
- Sex or gender: male[14]
- Family name: Kidd[15]
- Given name: Benjamin[16]
- Work location: London[17]
- Described by source: Library of the World's Best Literature[18], Dictionary of National Biography, third supplement[19], Small Brockhaus and Efron Encyclopedic Dictionary[20]
- Languages spoken, written or signed: English[21]
- Writing language: English[22]
- P14536: 416792[23]
Why It Matters
Benjamin Kidd has Wikipedia articles in 6 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[24] He is known by 8 alternative names across languages and contexts.[25]
FAQs
Where was Benjamin Kidd born?
Benjamin Kidd's place of birth was County Clare[2].
Where did Benjamin Kidd die?
Benjamin Kidd passed away in South Croydon[4].
What did Benjamin Kidd do for work?
Benjamin Kidd worked as a sociologist[5], philosopher[6], writer[7], and official[8].