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Betraying Spinoza: The Renegade Jew Who Gave Us Modernity (Jewish Encounters),New
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Part Of The Jewish Encounter Seriesin 1656, Amsterdams Jewish Community Excommunicated Baruch Spinoza, And, At The Age Of Twentythree, He Became The Most Famous Heretic In Judaism. He Was Already Germinating A Secularist Challenge To Religion That Would Be As Radical As It Was Original. He Went On To Produce One Of The Most Ambitious Systems In The History Of Western Philosophy, So Ahead Of Its Time That Scientists Today, From String Theorists To Neurobiologists, Count Themselves Among Spinozas Progeny.In Betraying Spinoza, Rebecca Goldstein Sets Out To Rediscover The Fleshandblood Man Often Hidden Beneath The Veneer Of Rigorous Rationality, And To Crack The Mystery Of The Breach Between The Philosopher And His Jewish Past. Goldstein Argues That The Trauma Of The Inquisition S Persecution Of Its Forced Jewish Converts Plays Itself Out In Spinozas Philosophy. The Excommunicated Spinoza, No Less Than His Excommunicators, Was Responding To Europe S First Experiment With Racial Antisemitism.Here Is A Spinoza Both Hauntingly Emblematic And Deeply Human, Both Heretic And Heroa Surprisingly Contemporary Figure Ripe For Our Own Uncertain Age.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Betraying Spinoza'? A: 'Betraying Spinoza' explores the life and philosophy of Baruch Spinoza, focusing on his excommunication from the Jewish community and his challenge to religious orthodoxy.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Betraying Spinoza' is Rebecca Goldstein, a philosopher and novelist.
- Q: What is the format of this book? A: 'Betraying Spinoza' is available in hardcover format.
- Q: How many pages does 'Betraying Spinoza' have? A: 'Betraying Spinoza' has a total of 287 pages.
- Q: When was 'Betraying Spinoza' published? A: 'Betraying Spinoza' was published on May 30, 2006.
- Q: What philosophical themes are covered in the book? A: The book covers themes such as secularism, anti-Semitism, and the impact of historical trauma on philosophy.
- Q: Is this book suitable for readers unfamiliar with philosophy? A: 'Betraying Spinoza' is written for a general audience, making it accessible to readers who may not have a background in philosophy.
- Q: What series is 'Betraying Spinoza' a part of? A: 'Betraying Spinoza' is part of the Jewish Encounter series.
- Q: Does the book include any illustrations or images? A: The book does not focus on illustrations or images; it primarily contains text.
- Q: What is the condition of the book being sold? A: 'Betraying Spinoza' is listed as a new item.