An Historical Sketch of the Conceptions of Memory among the Ancients (eBook)

William Henry Burnham (Autor)

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2022
21 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654730735-8 (EAN)

Infos

In 'An Historical Sketch of the Conceptions of Memory among the Ancients' by William Henry Burnham, the author delves into a comprehensive exploration of the historical conceptions of memory among ancient civilizations. Through a scholarly lens, Burnham meticulously analyzes the different beliefs and understandings of memory in societies such as Ancient Greece, Rome, and Egypt. His precise examination of ancient writings and philosophical texts adds depth to the discussions, making this book an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the evolution of memory studies. Burnham's writing style is academic yet engaging, offering readers a rich and enlightening reading experience. This book is a must-read for scholars of history, philosophy, and psychology, as well as anyone curious about the intricacies of memory throughout history.

Autor

William Henry Burnham (1855–1941) was a distinguished educator and psychologist, known for his extensive contributions to the field of educational psychology in the early 20th century. Moving beyond his time, Burnham delved into the historical perspectives on memory, which culminated in his publication, 'An Historical Sketch of the Conceptions of Memory among the Ancients'. In this scholarly work, he meticulously traced the evolution of memory's conceptualization through ancient civilizations, offering insight into the philosophical and psychological underpinnings that have shaped the modern understanding of cognitive processes. Burnham's interest in the legacy of ancient thinkers and their influence on contemporary science displayed an interdisciplinary approach, marrying history with psychology. His literary style often combined rigorous academic analysis with approachable language, aiming to both educate and engage a broader readership beyond professional scholars. Burnham's work provided a foundation for further studies in the historical development of psychological theories and practices. Overall, his contributions to educational psychology and his exploration of historical insights into human cognition mark him as an influential figure in the landscape of American psychological thought.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 15.9.2022
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur
• Themenwelt: Geisteswissenschaften ► Philosophie ► Philosophie Altertum / Antike
• Schlagworte: Ancient Greek Thought • ancient intellectual history • ancient memory theories • Ancient Philosophy • ancient world literature • antiquity scholarly works • aristotelian philosophy • Classical Memory Theory • classical philosophy literature • classical studies books • Historical Mnemonics • historical non-fiction • historical philosophy essays • History • Memory • memory and cognition classics • Memory Concepts • Memory Diseases in Antiquity • memory in ancient civilizations • Ph. D. • Philosophical Memory Studies • Philosophy • Plotinian Influence • speculative philosophy • Stoic Philosophy • Thesis