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Routledge - The Friar and the Philosopher - Medieval History

Name: Routledge - The Friar and the Philosopher - Medieval History
Brand: Routledge
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Explore the profound impact of William of Moerbeke on the intellectual landscape of Medieval Europe. This scholarly work examines his role as a prolific translator who moved ancient Greek philosophical and scientific texts into the Latin world. By translating Aristotle and other ancient authors, Moerbeke helped shape the acceptance of Aristotelian philosophy across the continent. While some scholars criticize his translation methods, this book provides a new perspective. It argues that his specific approach was a deliberate effort to help readers reach a correct understanding of the original source texts. This method reflects the medieval understanding of a translator's duty to the original work. Part of the Studies in Medieval History and Culture series, this book offers a deep look at the project to bring genuine works of Aristotle to a wider audience. It is an essential read for students and historians interested in the transmission of ancient knowledge and the development of medieval science.

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Examines the life and work of William of Moerbeke, a major translator of Aristotle from Greek to Latin.

Provides a new argument regarding medieval translation methods and their intent to preserve source text accuracy.

Analyzes the rise of Aristotelian philosophy and its influence on the Latin-speaking medieval world.

Part of the Studies in Medieval History and Culture series by Routledge.

Covers the transmission of ancient scientific and philosophical texts during the Middle Ages.

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Brand: Routledge
Format: hardcover
ASIN: 1032305215
Category: Books > Subjects > History > Ancient History & Civilisation > Greece
Domain: Amazon UK
Release Date: 10 November 2022
Listed Since: 11 May 2022

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