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Words of Wisdom

- Medieval Minds on Language and Logic

About Words of Wisdom

Uncover the fascinating world of medieval thought, where brilliant minds grappled with the mysteries of language, logic, and the search for meaning. "Words of Wisdom" offers a captivating and accessible exploration of the ideas that shaped how we think today. Journey back to a time of knights and cathedrals, monasteries and universities. Meet philosophers like Peter Abelard and William of Ockham, whose passionate debates about words and reality laid the foundation for modern philosophy and linguistics. Explore how: Medieval scholars used logic to analyze the Bible, debate the nature of God, and test the limits of human reason.Thinkers saw grammar as a window into the structure of reality itself.Poets, mystics, and theologians grappled with the power and limits of language.Whether you're a student, history buff, or simply curious about the big questions, "Words of Wisdom" invites you on a journey of discovery through the minds of some of history's most original thinkers.

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  • Language:
  • English
  • ISBN:
  • 9798883233448
  • Binding:
  • Paperback
  • Published:
  • February 27, 2024
  • Dimensions:
  • 152x229x2 mm.
  • Weight:
  • 50 g.
Delivery: 1-2 weeks
Expected delivery: July 10, 2025

Description of Words of Wisdom

Uncover the fascinating world of medieval thought, where brilliant minds grappled with the mysteries of language, logic, and the search for meaning. "Words of Wisdom" offers a captivating and accessible exploration of the ideas that shaped how we think today.
Journey back to a time of knights and cathedrals, monasteries and universities. Meet philosophers like Peter Abelard and William of Ockham, whose passionate debates about words and reality laid the foundation for modern philosophy and linguistics.
Explore how: Medieval scholars used logic to analyze the Bible, debate the nature of God, and test the limits of human reason.Thinkers saw grammar as a window into the structure of reality itself.Poets, mystics, and theologians grappled with the power and limits of language.Whether you're a student, history buff, or simply curious about the big questions, "Words of Wisdom" invites you on a journey of discovery through the minds of some of history's most original thinkers.

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