Kahn, Charles H.
Pythagoras and the Pythagoreans: A Brief History
- ISBN 13:
- 9780872205758
- author:
- Kahn, Charles H.
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Hackett Publishing Co, Inc
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2001
- Pages:
- 195
- Dimensions:
- 13.97 x 1.27 x 21.59 centimetres
- Genre:
- Ancient Western philosophy to c 500
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
Pythagoras and the Pythagoreans by Charles H. Kahn This book offers a fascinating portrait of the Pythagorean tradition, exploring its history and key figures from ancient Greece to the Renaissance period. A substantial section is devoted to the Neo-Pythagorean revival, which had a lasting impact on Western philosophy. The author's account provides insight into the development of this influential school of thought, tracing its evolution over time. The book concludes with Johannes Kepler, who stands at the threshold of modernism, marking an important turning point in the history of science and philosophy. With 206 pages of detailed analysis, Pythagoras and the Pythagoreans is a valuable resource for scholars and anyone interested in the history of Western thought.
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