Plato and Jesus, Not Caesar : Metaphysics of Freedom and Tyranny in Younger Europe /
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This book discusses the influence of ancient and medieval Platonism and Christian Platonism on the modern political concepts and experiences of freedom and tyranny in Central-Eastern Europe. The main claim of the book is that because the nations of Younger Europe were oppressed by the imperialism of Russia, Germany, and Austria, they maintained a stronger connection to the premodern, Christian Platonic tradition. This tradition was experienced as a source of inspiration in the struggle for freedom and independence. The book focuses on the life and work of selected philosophers, poets, and artists, all of whom were both mystics and figures deeply engaged in their nations' fight for freedom.
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1 online resource (342 pages) : illustrations. :
Includes bibliographical references and index. :
9789004736634
In pursuit of ancient Cyrenaica... : two hundred years of exploration set against the history of archaeology in Europe (1706-1911) /
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This work examines travellers' accounts of their journeys to Cyrenaica, focusing in the main on an analysis of these accounts within the context of their significance to topographic surveys of the region.
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Previously issued in print: 2016. :
1 online resource : illustrations (black and white, and colour) :
Specialized. :
9781784913212 (ebook) :