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The Intellectual Adventure of Ancient Man: An Essay of Speculative Thought in the Ancient Near East (Oriental Institute Essays),New
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The people in ancient times the phenomenal world was teeming with life; the thunderclap, the sudden shadow, the unknown and eerie clearing in the wood, all were living things. This unabridged edition traces the fascinating history of thought from the prescientific, personal concept of a 'humanized' world to the achievement of detached intellectual reasoning.The authors describe and analyze the spiritual life of three ancient civilizations: the Egyptians, whose thinking was profoundly influenced by the daily rebirth of the sun and the annual rebirth of the Nile; the Mesopotamians, who believed the stars, moon, and stones were all citizens of a cosmic state; and the Hebrews, who transcended prevailing mythopoeic thought with their cosmogony of the will of God. In the concluding chapter the Frankforts show that the Greeks, with their intellectual courage, were the first culture to discover a realm of speculative thought in which myth was overcome.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is 'The Intellectual Adventure of Ancient Man' about? A: 'The Intellectual Adventure of Ancient Man' explores the evolution of thought in ancient civilizations, focusing on the spiritual lives of the Egyptians, Mesopotamians, and Hebrews, and how they perceived the world around them.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by Henri Frankfort, who delves into ancient philosophical thought and its development.
- Q: What is the publishing date of this book? A: This book was published on April 15, 1977.
- Q: What is the page count of the book? A: The book contains 410 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This edition is a paperback binding.
- Q: In what condition is the book available? A: The book is listed in 'Good' condition.
- Q: What civilizations does the book cover? A: The book covers ancient Egyptian, Mesopotamian, and Hebrew civilizations and their unique intellectual contributions.
- Q: Is there any specific edition of the book? A: Yes, this is the 1st paperback edition of the book.
- Q: What themes does the book address? A: The book addresses themes of speculative thought, the relationship between myth and reason, and the spiritual life of ancient cultures.
- Q: Can this book be used for academic purposes? A: Yes, it can be a valuable resource for students and scholars interested in ancient civilizations, philosophy, and intellectual history.