Patrick Geddes's Intellectual Origins

Patrick Geddes was a Scottish thinker of the late-nineteenth century who made significant contributions to environmental and cultural issues, but his Scottish context has not been fully acknowledged. This book explores his intellectual background and its relevance to his achievements across various disciplines, highlighting his emphasis on the arts and sciences and his interdisciplinary work in Edinburgh, Dundee, Paris, London, and India. It also examines his leadership of the Celtic Revival and its international connections, particularly with Indian cultural revivalists.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 240 pages
Publication date: 31 March 2020
Publisher: Edinburgh University Press

Patrick Geddes, a prominent Scottish thinker of the late nineteenth century, left a lasting environmental and cultural legacy that continues to resonate today. However, his distinctive Scottish context has not been fully recognized. This book aims to rectify this oversight by examining Geddes's intellectual background, which George Davie characterized as the "democratic intellect." It explores the significance of this background in shaping Geddes's significant national and international contributions across various disciplines. Key Features: • Delves into Geddes's Scottish intellectual background in-depth for the first time, shedding light on his unique perspective. • Highlights Geddes's emphasis on the interconnectedness of arts and sciences, and the distinctive Scottish approach to this integration. • Examines Geddes's interdisciplinary achievements in Edinburgh, Dundee, Paris, London, and India. • Pays particular attention to his leadership of the Celtic Revival, both from a Scottish perspective and in its international connections, particularly with Indian cultural revivalists like Ananda Coomaraswamy.

Weight: 374g
Dimension: 156 x 234 x 15 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781474454087