Jacob Bronowski
Western Intellectual
- ISBN 13:
- 9780061330018
- author:
- Jacob Bronowski
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- HarperPerennial
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 1962
- Pages:
- 544
- Dimensions:
- 5.31 (w) x 8.00 (h) x 1.23 (d)
- Genre:
- Modern Philosophy - General & Miscellaneous, Civilization - General & Miscellaneous
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
The Western Intellectual Tradition by Jacob Bronowski and Bruce Mazlish explores the development of thought from 1500 to 1830, tracing key historical movements and periods. This comprehensive work examines the evolution of ideas in science, philosophy, and history during this pivotal era. From the Renaissance to the Romantic movement, Bronowski and Mazlish uncover the influences that shaped Western intellectual thought. Their analysis reveals how thinkers such as Galileo, Newton, and Kant contributed to the growth of modern scientific understanding, while philosophers like Descartes and Leibniz laid the groundwork for Enlightenment ideas. This book provides a detailed account of the intellectual currents that have shaped our world, offering insights into the development of Western thought over three centuries.
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