Benedetto Croce: An Introduction to His Philosophy by Raffaello Piccoli

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Author Piccoli, Raffaello, 1886-1933
Author of introduction, etc. Carr, Herbert Wildon, 1857-1931
Title Benedetto Croce: An Introduction to His Philosophy
Note Reading ease score: 30.0 (College graduate level). Very difficult to read.
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Summary "Benedetto Croce: An Introduction to His Philosophy" by Raffaello Piccoli is a philosophical account written in the early 20th century. The work explores the life and ideas of Benedetto Croce, a significant Italian philosopher, focusing on his contributions to aesthetics, ethics, and historical thought. The book provides insight into Croce’s influence on modern philosophical thought, particularly in Italy, highlighting the evolution of his ideas amid the sociopolitical backdrop of his time. At the start of the text, the author reflects on Croce's life and the context in which he developed his philosophical theories. The foreword introduces Croce as not only a philosopher but also a cultural figure who expressed the intellectual currents of post-Risorgimento Italy. Piccoli discusses Croce's formative years, mentorship under notable intellectuals, and the profound impact of personal loss on his philosophical outlook. An emphasis is placed on the dynamic nature of Croce's thought, which evolved through ongoing reflection rather than a rigid, static system, suggesting that philosophy should be viewed as a living endeavor rather than a set of fixed doctrines. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class B: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion
Subject Aesthetics
Subject Croce, Benedetto, 1866-1952
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EBook-No. 54860
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Most Recently Updated Nov 29, 2023
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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