| Author |
Draper, John William, 1811-1882 |
| Title |
History of the Intellectual Development of Europe, Volume II (of 2)
Revised Edition
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 61.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
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| Summary |
"History of the Intellectual Development of Europe, Volume II (of 2)" by John William Draper is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book examines the intellectual evolution of Europe, particularly focusing on the conflicts between religious authority and the emerging philosophies during pivotal historical periods, such as the Middle Ages and the Reformation. Draper's exploration into the dynamics of faith, reason, and authority is central to understanding how these aspects influenced European civilization. The opening of this volume introduces the "Age of Faith in the West," detailing the moral and intellectual challenges posed to the Italian ecclesiastical system. Draper describes how both northern moral pressures and intellectual challenges, primarily influenced by Arabic philosophy, began to erode the established authority of the Church. Key figures such as Emperor Otho III and Gerbert, later Pope Sylvester II, emerge as critical characters within this narrative, as they advocate for reform and enlightenment in response to the ecclesiastical misconduct of their time. Additionally, the chapter sets the stage for further discussions on the interactions between Christianity and Islam, highlighting how these conflicts laid the groundwork for the complexities of European intellectual development. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
CB: History: History of civilization
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| Subject |
Europe -- Civilization
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
34051 |
| Release Date |
Oct 9, 2010 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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