European Intellectual History: Damage to the spine or cover

Author: Friedrich Hill
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Publish Date: 2007-01-01
Features: Most studies of European history in the West focus on political or philosophical thought history. The former centers on dynasties or regions, with a primary emphasis on Western Europe, while the latter emphasizes individual intellectual contributions. Europe: A History of Thought addresses these shortcomings. The author adopts a macro-historical perspective to discuss the origins of European history, including the formation of Christian thought and its later blending with Islamic thought. It traces the roots of modern European thought, providing intellectual resources and historical experiences for reflecting on today's "globalization" landscape.