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The Cambridge History of Renaissance Philosophy offers a balanced and comprehensive account of philosophical thought from the middle of the fourteenth century to the emergence of modern philosophy at the turn of the seventeenth century. The Renaissance has, of course, attracted much scholarly attention for over a century, but the philosophy of the period was, to begin with, relatively neglected, and this is the first volume in English to synthesise for a wider readership that substantial and sophisticated research now available. The Renaissance was, in fact, a time of intense, varied and in may ways distinctive philosophical activity which deserves to be at least as well known as the philosophy of the Middle Ages.
This volume synthesizes extensive research to provide a comprehensive account of philosophical thought during the Renaissance. It covers the period from the mid-14th century to the early 17th century, a time of significant and distinctive philosophical activity that has historically been overshadowed by medieval philosophy. The book aims to make this substantial body of work accessible to a wider readership, presenting a balanced overview of the era's intellectual landscape.
The Cambridge History of Renaissance Philosophy is recognized as a foundational text for understanding the intellectual currents of the period. Its comprehensive scope and synthesis of available scholarship make it an invaluable resource for students and scholars alike. The volume is noted for bringing a previously neglected area of philosophical study to the forefront. It serves as a definitive reference for the philosophical landscape bridging the medieval and modern eras.
Page Count:
968
Publication Date:
1988-01-01
ISBN-10:
0521251044
ISBN-13:
9780521251044
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