The Mediaeval Mind, Vol. 1 of 2: A History of the Development of Thought and Emotion in the Middle Ages (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Henry Osborn Taylor

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0666644705 ISBN 13: 9780666644701

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Explore how medieval thought and feeling took shape across a thousand years.

This scholarly, accessibly written volume surveys the early Middle Ages to reveal the ideas, passions, and cultural forces that powered Western civilization. It traces how antique learning met Christian belief and Germanic cultures, shaping a distinct medieval mind.

The book presents a coherent picture of medieval intellectual energy and emotion, showing how translators, monks, and scholars carried ideas across borders. It emphasizes method and purpose, guiding readers through the development of thought without getting lost in everyday details or purely theological concerns.

• Learn how the Latin antique tradition blended with Christian faith to form new ways of thinking.
• See how Germanic peoples translated and adapted foreign learning to their own languages and needs.
• Understand the study of philosophy, science, and ethics as they were lived in monasteries, schools, and courts.
• Discover the aims and approach of the author as he guides readers through the medieval mind.

Ideal for readers new to the period and those seeking a thoughtful, scholarly overview of medieval ideas and emotions.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0666644705
• ISBN 13: 9780666644701
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 632