Brian P. Copenhaver
Renaissance Philosophy
- ISBN 13:
- 9780192891846
- author:
- Brian P. Copenhaver
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Oxford University Press, USA
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 1992
- Pages:
- 464
- Genre:
- Popular Philosophy
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Renaissance Philosophy explores the intellectual landscape of 15th and 16th-century Europe, a period marked by a resurgence of interest in classical learning. This volume delves into the philosophical ideas that shaped the era, from the rediscovery of ancient texts to the emergence of humanism.
Through an examination of primary sources and secondary studies, the authors reveal how Renaissance philosophers such as Bruni, Valla, Ficino, Pico della Mirandola, and Machiavelli contributed to the development of Western thought. The book also investigates the impact of Neoplatonism and the evolving influence of Aristotle.
By tracing the evolution of philosophical ideas during this pivotal period, Renaissance Philosophy provides a nuanced understanding of the intellectual currents that defined Renaissance culture.
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