Milton Santos

Milton Santos was a prominent Brazilian geographer and intellectual known for his contributions to understanding space, society, and environment. His work emphasized how geography affects social dynamics and human experiences. Santos argued that places are shaped by cultural, economic, and political factors, highlighting the importance of local contexts in a globalized world. He was also an advocate for social justice, examining inequalities in urban and rural settings. Through his writings, he sought to promote a more equitable understanding of development and the relationships between people and their environments, making significant impacts in geography and critical social theory.