Finding, Inheriting or Borrowing? - Construction and Transfer of Knowledge in Antiquity and the Middle Ages

This volume explores the construction and transfer of concepts about oneself and the natural world between and within ancient and medieval cultures, investigating knowledge sources, strategies of transfer, and conceptual changes over time and space.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 358 pages
Publication date: 08 December 2021
Publisher: Transcript Verlag

Since the dawn of humanity, people have developed intricate concepts about themselves and the surrounding natural world. This comprehensive volume seeks to explore the intricate processes of constructing and transferring these concepts across diverse ancient and medieval cultures. Each contribution in this volume strives to address critical questions related to the sources of knowledge, the strategies of transfer and legitimization, as well as the profound conceptual shifts that have occurred over time and across different geographical regions.

After providing a thorough introduction, the volume is organized into three distinct sections. The first section delves into various theoretical and methodological considerations, providing valuable insights into the study of cultural concepts. The second section focuses on a specialized field of knowledge, namely, concepts related to the moon and the end of the world in fiery destruction. The third section encompasses a wide range of topics, encompassing diverse cultural perspectives and intellectual traditions.

Through these diverse contributions, the volume offers a comprehensive examination of the construction and transfer of cultural concepts, shedding light on the rich tapestry of human thought and its profound impact on the world around us.

Weight: 666g
Dimension: 226 x 147 x 15 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783837642360