George Grote

Plato's Doctrine Respecting the Rotation of the Earth and Aristotle's Comment Upon That Doctrine

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Produktbeschreibung

Explore the foundations of scientific thought with "Plato's Doctrine respecting the rotation of the Earth and Aristotle's Comment upon that Doctrine" by George Grote. This meticulously prepared print edition delves into the perspectives of two giants of ancient philosophy, Plato and Aristotle, on a fundamental question about our planet. Grote expertly presents Plato's evolving doctrine concerning the rotation of the Earth, alongside Aristotle's commentary and critiques. Readers interested in the history of astronomy, geophysics, and ancient science will find this work invaluable. Gain insight into the historical development of ideas about the Earth's place in the cosmos. This historical text offers a fascinating glimpse into the intellectual landscape of classical antiquity. A cornerstone for anyone studying ancient philosophy and its influence on the development of scientific inquiry. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Creative Media Partners, LLC
• Seitenzahl: 32
• Erscheinungstermin: 29. März 2025
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 234mm x 156mm x 2mm
• Gewicht: 59g
• ISBN-13: 9781023424622
• ISBN-10: 1023424622
• Artikelnr.: 74013800

Autorenporträt

George Grote (1794-1871) was a preeminent English historian, best known for his voluminous works on ancient Greek history and as an advocate for political radicalism. Born in Kent, Grote was educated at Charterhouse School before joining his family bank, which provided him with the financial stability to pursue his scholarly interests. He was greatly influenced by political philosopher Jeremy Bentham and was an active figure in politics, serving as a Member of Parliament for the City of London between 1832 and 1841. Grote's monumental twelve-volume 'History of Greece' is his most celebrated work, charting the nation's history from its earliest days until the death of Alexander the Great. His historiography promoted the concept of Greece as a cradle of democracy and culture, and he was particularly known for his positive reassessment of Athens' democratic institutions. In addition to his historical writings, Grote also engaged with classical philosophy. His book, 'Plato's Doctrine Respecting the Rotation of the Earth and Aristotle's Comment Upon That Doctrine,' highlights his scholarly interest in ancient scientific thought and provides insight into the intellectual debates of antiquity. Grote's approach combined a rigorous examination of primary sources with a broad understanding of the cultural and political fabric that shaped ancient societies. His work remains influential in the study of classical antiquity.