Melvil Dewey

Melvil Dewey net worth and salary: Melvil Dewey is a Teacher who has a net worth of $4 Million. Melvil Dewey was born in in December 10, 1851. American librarian and educator who most notably invented the Dewey Decimal system of library classification.
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Popular As Melvil Dewey
Occupation Teacher
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Zodiac Sign Sagittarius
Born December 10, 1851 (New York)
Birthday December 10
Town/City New York
Nationality New York

🌙 Zodiac

Melvil Dewey’s zodiac sign is Sagittarius. According to astrologers, Sagittarius is curious and energetic, it is one of the biggest travelers among all zodiac signs. Their open mind and philosophical view motivates them to wander around the world in search of the meaning of life. Sagittarius is extrovert, optimistic and enthusiastic, and likes changes. Sagittarius-born are able to transform their thoughts into concrete actions and they will do anything to achieve their goals.

🌙 Chinese Zodiac Signs

Melvil Dewey was born in the Year of the Pig. Those born under the Chinese Zodiac sign of the Pig are extremely nice, good-mannered and tasteful. They’re perfectionists who enjoy finer things but are not perceived as snobs. They enjoy helping others and are good companions until someone close crosses them, then look out! They’re intelligent, always seeking more knowledge, and exclusive. Compatible with Rabbit or Goat.

About

American librarian and educator who most notably invented the Dewey Decimal system of library classification.

Before Fame

He attended Amherst College, where he belonged to Delta Kappa Epsilon, and from where he earned a bachelor's degree in 1874 and a master's degree in 1877.

Trivia

His classification system used of three-digit Arabic numerals for main classes, with decimals as expansions for more detail.

Family Life

He had a son, Godfrey, with his first wife, Annie Godfrey.

Associated With

National Medal of Science winner Carl Woese also attended Amherst College.

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