Nelson Goodman was an influential American philosopher born on August 7, 1906, and he passed away on November 25, 1998. He is best known for his work in the fields of philosophy of language, philosophy of science, and aesthetics. Goodman's ideas challenged traditional views of how we understand and categorize knowledge, particularly through his concept of grue, which questions the nature of induction and how we form generalizations. Goodman was also a prominent figure in the development of constructive empiricism, a philosophical stance that emphasizes the role of observation in scientific theories. His notable works include "Fact, Fiction, and Forecast" and "Languages of Art," where he explored the relationship between art, representation, and meaning. His contributions have had a lasting impact on contemporary philosophy.