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The Dying God: The Hidden History of Western Civilization,Used
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Few would acknowledge that our knowledge of history could be significantly inaccurate. The most common conception of history is one that begins in Greece, the 'cradle of Western civilization', then progresses through Rome, and finally Europe and America. However, this merely represents a strictly Western version of history, and one that is often confused with the history of the World. Fortunately though, recent scholarship has begun to elucidate the extent of the indebtedness of Western history to other civilizations, rendering our notion of 'Western' civilization obsolete.Rather, a more accurate assessment of the past will reveal a neglected account, the hidden history of Western civilization, which began in Mesopotamia, in the sixth century BC, with the birth of a tradition centered around the myth of a dying god. The development of this tradition led to the emergence of philosophy among the Greeks, then influenced the formation of Christianity, and was appropriated and elaborated upon by the Arabs during the Middle Ages. Ultimately, being introduced to Europe during the Crusades, it eventually spawned the Renaissance and the Enlightenment.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'The Dying God: The Hidden History of Western Civilization'? A: The main theme of the book explores how Western civilization's history is often misunderstood, focusing on the influence of other civilizations, particularly the myth of a dying god that originated in Mesopotamia.
- Q: Who is the author of the book? A: The author of 'The Dying God: The Hidden History of Western Civilization' is David Livingstone.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: The book was published on June 14, 2002.
- Q: What is the page count for this book? A: The book contains 460 pages.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is listed as a new item.
- Q: Is this book available in different formats? A: This book is available in paperback format.
- Q: What category does this book fall under? A: The book is categorized under Ancient Civilizations.
- Q: What edition is 'The Dying God: The Hidden History of Western Civilization'? A: This is the first edition of the book.
- Q: Are there any notable features of this book? A: A notable feature of this book is that it is a used book in good condition.
- Q: What is the significance of the myth of a dying god in Western civilization? A: The myth of a dying god is significant as it traces the development of philosophical thought in ancient Greece, its influence on Christianity, and its impact during the Crusades and the Renaissance.