A comprehensive survey of the development of philosophy from ancient Greece to the present day. The author provides summaries and critical analyses of the major philosophical movements and thinkers, including their historical and cultural contexts.
This book provides an overview of the education system and institutions of science and art in the Kingdom of Sardinia. It covers topics such as the organization of public instruction, primary schools, secondary schools, universities, and artistic and scientific institutions. Anyone interested in the history of education and the development of European educational systems will find this book informative and enlightening.
In this engaging memoir, Anne C. L. Botta shares her experiences as a writer, socialite, and intellectual in 19th century New York City. She recounts her friendships with luminaries such as Edgar Allan Poe and Margaret Fuller, her involvement in literary circles and salons, and her travels throughout Europe. But the book also delves into the personal, chronicling Botta's struggles with illness, her efforts to balance her public persona with her private life, and her reflections on the changing role of women in society. A fascinating read for anyone interested in 19th century American culture and intellectual life.
A fascinating memoir chronicling the life of Anne C. L. Botta, as told by her friends. Botta was a prominent writer and social figure in 19th century America, known for her salons which brought together notable figures in the arts and literature.