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Pascal, l'Homme, l' uvre, l'Influence - Softcover

Victor Giraud

 
9780243347964: Pascal, l'Homme, l' uvre, l'Influence

Synopsis

This book offers a fresh scholarly analysis of the famed French polymath and Christian apologist, Blaise Pascal. While providing a detailed account of Pascal's life, the book focuses on the depth of his religious experiences – specifically the first of two major conversions – and the intellectual pursuits that both fueled and were fueled by his faith. By examining Pascal's scientific, philosophical, and theological endeavors, the book sheds light on the broader intellectual and cultural debates in 17th century France. Ultimately, the author asserts, Pascal's insights about the human condition, like the man himself, continue to provoke thought and invite reflection on the precarious balance between head and heart.

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