Callanan, John J.
Man-Devil: The Mind and Times of Bernard Mandeville, the Wickedest Man in Europe
- ISBN 13:
- 9780691165448
- author:
- Callanan, John J.
- format:
- Hardback
- publisher:
- Princeton University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2024
- Pages:
- 328
- Dimensions:
- 23.6 x 16 x 3.6 centimetres (0.7
- Genre:
- History, Europe, General,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Bernard Mandeville's provocative ideas sparked outrage and debate in 18th-century Europe. His most famous work, The Fable of the Bees, presented a humorous tale of a prosperous hive that traded vices for virtues, only to collapse. In Man-Devil, John Callanan examines Mandeville's life and work, revealing how his theories on human nature and morality influenced his writing. Mandeville's approach to understanding human behavior was shaped by his medical training and innovative approach to treating illness. He sought to provide a naturalistic account of human behavior, one that put humans in close continuity with animals. Through his writings, Mandeville challenged the social norms of his time, using fables, poems, anecdotes, and humorous stories to cloak his theories. This book offers a fresh perspective on Mandeville's life and work, exploring the historical context in which he wrote and the impact of his ideas on modern society.
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