The Mediaeval Mind (eBook)

Henry Osborn Taylor (Autor)

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2022
1161 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654740269-5 (EAN)

Infos

Henry Osborn Taylor's 'The Mediaeval Mind' is a comprehensive exploration of the intellectual and cultural landscape of the Middle Ages. Written in a scholarly yet accessible style, the book delves into the religious, philosophical, and social beliefs that shaped medieval society. Taylor provides a detailed analysis of the literature, art, and theology of the period, offering readers a nuanced understanding of the complexities of medieval thought. Drawing from a wide range of primary sources, 'The Mediaeval Mind' illuminates the unique perspectives and worldviews of medieval thinkers. Taylor's meticulous research and insightful commentary make this book a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of ideas. Henry Osborn Taylor, a renowned historian of the Middle Ages, brings his expertise to bear in this seminal work. His deep understanding of the period's intellectual currents and cultural dynamics enriches the text, providing readers with a nuanced and thought-provoking exploration of medieval thought. 'The Mediaeval Mind' is essential reading for students of history, philosophy, and literature, offering a compelling glimpse into the intellectual world of the Middle Ages.

Autor

Henry Osborn Taylor (1856-1941) was an eminent American historian and legal scholar with an enduring interest in philosophy and culture. He is perhaps best known for his seminal work, 'The Mediaeval Mind' (1911), which stands as a comprehensive and insightful exploration of the intellectual life of the Middle Ages. Taylor's approach synthesized the complex tapestry of medieval thought, covering philosophy, theology, science, and art, and presented it in a manner accessible to both scholars and lay readers alike. A Harvard graduate, Taylor blended rigorous academic discipline with a narrative style that breathed life into historical subjects, making his work both authoritative and engaging. 'The Mediaeval Mind' has been celebrated for its lucid prose and keen analysis, both of which testify to Taylor's literary skill and deep understanding of his subject matter. Taylor's contribution to the study of the Middle Ages has been influential in shaping modern conceptions of the period, and his book remains a touchstone in medieval scholarship to this day. His legacy as an author and thinker endures through the continued relevance and academic recognition of his works.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 10.12.2022
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Sachbuch/Ratgeber ► Geschichte / Politik ► Regional- / Landesgeschichte
• Themenwelt: Geschichte ► Teilgebiete der Geschichte ► Kulturgeschichte
• Schlagworte: a distant mirror • A Woman of No Importance • Christian classical traditions • Cultural underpinnings • European Middle Ages • Gothic art and architecture • Historical Philosophy • Historical Synthesis • Intellectual history • Medieval Church History • Medieval culture • medieval intellectual history • Medieval Literature • Medieval Philosophy • Medieval universities • Middle Ages society • narrative historiography • SCHOLASTICISM • Scholasticism analysis • The Art of War • The Birth of Britain • The Cambridge Medieval History Collection • The Color of Compromise • The Dark Ages Collection • The Great Influenza • The Splendid and the Vile • Thomas Aquinas • Viking Tales and Sagas • Western thought evolution