In this seminal work, John Mackinnon Robertson offers an in-depth exploration of the origins and evolution of humanist thought in Western civilization. From the ancient Greeks to the modern era, Robertson traces the intellectual currents and philosophical debates that have shaped our understanding of the human condition and our place in the universe. Drawing on a wide range of sources and his own extensive research, he offers a compelling and insightful account of one of the most influential intellectual movements of our ...
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In this seminal work, John Mackinnon Robertson offers an in-depth exploration of the origins and evolution of humanist thought in Western civilization. From the ancient Greeks to the modern era, Robertson traces the intellectual currents and philosophical debates that have shaped our understanding of the human condition and our place in the universe. Drawing on a wide range of sources and his own extensive research, he offers a compelling and insightful account of one of the most influential intellectual movements of our time. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
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First Edition. Hardback. 8vo. pp.399. Essays on Machiavelli, Bacon, Hobbes, Spinoza, Gibbon and Mary Wollstonecraft. Issued for the rationalist press Association. Original publisher's cloth binding in green, lettered gilt at spine. Armorial bookplate on front paste down: Virtute Et Veritate-Linley Blathwayt. /Linley Blathwayt (1839-1919) reached the rank of Colonel in the British Indian Army and served in India for many years. Blathwayt was a supporter of the Liberal Party. His wife, Emily Blathwayt, and his daughter, photographer Mary Blathwayt, also held progressive political views and were both advocates of women's suffrage. Very good. Decent copy.
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