Giordano Bruno by J. Lewis McIntyre
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"Giordano Bruno" by J. Lewis McIntyre is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book delves into the life and philosophy of Giordano Bruno, a controversial figure of the Renaissance known for his daring thoughts on cosmology, metaphysics, and freedom of thought. It highlights how Bruno's ideas, which were often at odds with the established religious and philosophical norms of his time, led to his execution by the Inquisition,
marking him as a martyr for the pursuit of knowledge. At the start of this work, McIntyre introduces readers to Bruno's early life in Nola during a tumultuous period in Italian history. The text explores his family background and the influences that shaped his thinking. It describes the rich cultural and natural environment of Nola, emphasizing how these elements fostered Bruno's love for nature and wisdom, which would later be pivotal in his philosophical explorations. The opening sets the stage for understanding not only Bruno’s character but also the significant historical and intellectual currents of the late 16th century that would impact his life and work. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | McIntyre, J. Lewis (James Lewis), 1868- |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 04002562 |
| Title | Giordano Bruno |
| Credits |
Produced by Charlene Taylor, Bryan Ness, Reiner Ruf and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 52.9 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | B: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion |
| Subject | Bruno, Giordano, 1548-1600 |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 46901 |
| Release Date | Sep 19, 2014 |
| Last Update | Oct 24, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 949 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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