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Title:
Alexandria and Her Schools
Four Lectures Delivered at the Philosophical Institution, Edinburgh
Note: Reading ease score: 54.4 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Credits: Transcribed from the 1902 Macmillan and Co. “Historical Lectures and Essays” edition by David Price
Summary: "Alexandria and Her Schools" by Charles Kingsley is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The work reflects on the intellectual landscape of ancient Alexandria, particularly focusing on its schools of thought, both physical and metaphysical, and how they interacted with the wider historical and cultural contexts of the time. Kingsley aims to present insights into the coherence and organic development of Alexandria’s spiritual history. The beginning of the work introduces the foundational ideas that will guide the exploration of Alexandria's intellectual legacy. Kingsley discusses the selection of the topic and expresses his humble apprehensions about its ambitious scope, while acknowledging contributions from Cambridge, where he received his education. He sets the stage for a deeper examination of Alexandria’s unique blend of philosophy, science, and art, emphasizing the city's both physical evolution and metaphysical significance. He elaborates on the city's development from its creation by Alexander the Great to its role as a vibrant hub of knowledge under the Ptolemies, particularly how these schools influenced the disciplines of mathematics, philosophy, and literature. Overall, the opening lays the groundwork for an exploration of Alexandria as a significant center of learning and cultural exchange in the ancient world. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Kingsley, Charles, 1819-1875
EBook No.: 1275
Published: Apr 1, 1998
Downloads: 151
Language: English
Subject: Alexandrian school
LoCC: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title:
Alexandria and Her Schools
Four Lectures Delivered at the Philosophical Institution, Edinburgh
Note: Reading ease score: 54.4 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Credits: Transcribed from the 1902 Macmillan and Co. “Historical Lectures and Essays” edition by David Price
Summary: "Alexandria and Her Schools" by Charles Kingsley is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The work reflects on the intellectual landscape of ancient Alexandria, particularly focusing on its schools of thought, both physical and metaphysical, and how they interacted with the wider historical and cultural contexts of the time. Kingsley aims to present insights into the coherence and organic development of Alexandria’s spiritual history. The beginning of the work introduces the foundational ideas that will guide the exploration of Alexandria's intellectual legacy. Kingsley discusses the selection of the topic and expresses his humble apprehensions about its ambitious scope, while acknowledging contributions from Cambridge, where he received his education. He sets the stage for a deeper examination of Alexandria’s unique blend of philosophy, science, and art, emphasizing the city's both physical evolution and metaphysical significance. He elaborates on the city's development from its creation by Alexander the Great to its role as a vibrant hub of knowledge under the Ptolemies, particularly how these schools influenced the disciplines of mathematics, philosophy, and literature. Overall, the opening lays the groundwork for an exploration of Alexandria as a significant center of learning and cultural exchange in the ancient world. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Kingsley, Charles, 1819-1875
EBook No.: 1275
Published: Apr 1, 1998
Downloads: 151
Language: English
Subject: Alexandrian school
LoCC: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.