The Rise Of Intellectual Liberty: From Thales To Copernicus (1885) - Paperback

The Rise of Intellectual Liberty: From Thales to Copernicus is a historical book written by Frederic May Holland and originally published in 1885. The book explores the intellectual and philosophical developments that occurred in ancient Greece and Rome, and how they paved the way for the rise of intellectual liberty in Europe during the Renaissance.Holland begins by discussing the ideas of Thales, the first philosopher in ancient Greece, and how his emphasis on rational inquiry set the stage for future philosophical and scientific advancements. He then moves on to discuss the contributions of other ancient philosophers, such as Pythagoras, Plato, and Aristotle, and how their ideas influenced the development of Western thought.The book also explores the impact of Christianity on intellectual liberty, particularly during the Middle Ages, when the Church exerted significant control over intellectual discourse. Holland discusses the rise of humanism and the Renaissance, which challenged the Church's authority and led to a renewed interest in classical learning and scientific inquiry.The book concludes with a discussion of the contributions of Copernicus and other early scientists, who challenged traditional beliefs about the nature of the universe and paved the way for the scientific revolution.Overall, The Rise of Intellectual Liberty is a comprehensive exploration of the intellectual and philosophical developments that shaped Western thought and paved the way for the modern era.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.