Medieval Contributions To Modern Civilization: A Series Of Lectures (1922)

By F.J.C. Hearnshaw and Fossey John Cobb Hearnshaw

Book Overview

Medieval Contributions To Modern Civilization: A Series Of Lectures (1922) is a book written by F. J. C. Hearnshaw. The book is a collection of lectures that explore the impact of medieval culture on modern civilization. The lectures cover a wide range of topics, including medieval literature, art, philosophy, and science. The author argues that many of the ideas and innovations that we take for granted today have their roots in the medieval period. For example, the book discusses the development of universities in the Middle Ages, which laid the foundation for modern education systems. The author also explores the influence of medieval art on modern aesthetics, and the role of medieval thinkers in shaping Western philosophy. Overall, Medieval Contributions To Modern Civilization is a fascinating exploration of the legacy of the medieval period, and its enduring impact on our world today.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164064746
• ISBN13: 9781164064749
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 272 Pages
• Weight: 0.81 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"