The Unity of Mankind in Greek Thought.

H.C. Baldry.

ISBN 10: 0521040914 / ISBN 13: 9780521040914

Published by Cambridge University Press, New York, NY, 1965

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First Edition [1965], unstated in accordance with CUP's customary practice. Near Fine: shows only the most minute indications of use: Mild rubbing and very faint soiling to the panels; a small, very faint smudge at the fore-edge. The binding is square and secure; the text is clean. Free of any ownership names, dates, addresses, notations, inscriptions, stamps, or labels. Very close to 'As New'. NOT a Remainder, Book-Club, or Ex-Library. 8vo. (8.75 x 5.75 x 0.65 inches). vii, 223 pages. Weight: 14 ounces. Hardback: Lacks DJ. First Edition [1965], unstated in accordance with CUP's customary practice.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Unity of Mankind in Greek Thought.
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press, New York, NY
• Publication Date: 1965
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0521040914
• ISBN 13: 9780521040914
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition: 1st Edition
• Dust Jacket Condition: Dust Jacket Included
• Seller catalogs:
  • History: Ancient

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Synopsis

The idea of the unity of mankind did not come easily to the Greeks. Its eventual emergence has been ascribed to various sources, not least to Alexander the Great. Professor Baldry believes that it cannot be attributed to any single individual, but that the true picture is a long and complicated chain of development to which many contributed. In this book Professor Baldry describes this development from Homer to Cicero when, although the traditional divisions and prejudices still remained string, the idea of unity had become part of the outlook of civilised man. He discusses the contribution of thinkers such as Antiphon, Aristotle, the Cynics or Zeno; the influence of great historical movements like the rise of Macedon and Rome; and also the obstacles that stood in the way - the divisions between Greek and barbarian, free and slave, enlightened and unenlightened, even man and woman. This study will interest not only classical scholars but historians and philosophers. In particular Professor Baldry's assessment of the influence of Alexander and the ideas of Zeno is important.

Book Description

In this book Professor Baldry describes the development of the unity of mankind amongst the Greeks from Homer to Cicero when, although the traditional divisions and prejudices still remained string, the idea of unity had become part of the outlook of civilised man.