Principes de la Philosophie de l'Histoire by Giambattista Vico

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Author Vico, Giambattista, 1668-1744
Translator Michelet, Jules, 1798-1874
Title Principes de la Philosophie de l'Histoire
traduits de la 'Scienza nuova'
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Summary "Principes de la Philosophie de l'Histoire" by Giambattista Vico is a philosophical work written in the early 18th century. The text explores themes central to the philosophy of history, discussing the nature of societies, the evolution of humanity, and Vico's theories on historical development. Its premise challenges prevailing rationalist philosophies by proposing that human history follows a cyclical pattern governed by divine providence. The opening of the work sets the stage for Vico's exploration of human society, detailing how the understanding of history is shaped by cultural narratives and collective memory. The translator's preface emphasizes Vico's significance in philosophy, outlining his rejection of Cartesian rationalism in favor of a historical approach that integrates religion, poetry, and the natural sciences. Vico positions his philosophies in conversation with contemporaneous thinkers, proposing that true wisdom can be found not only in abstract reasoning but also in the lived experiences and traditions of humanity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language French
LoC Class D: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere
Subject History -- Philosophy
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