The Legacy of Greece by Sir Richard Winn Livingstone

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Editor Livingstone, Richard Winn, Sir, 1880-1960
Title The Legacy of Greece
Essays By: Gilbert Murray, W. R. Inge, J. Burnet, Sir T. L. Heath, D'arcy W. Thompson, Charles Singer, R. W. Livingston, A. Toynbee, A. E. Zimmern, Percy Gardner, Sir Reginald Blomfield
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Summary "The Legacy of Greece" by Sir Richard Winn Livingstone is a collection of essays exploring the profound impact of Ancient Greek culture on modern civilization, written in the early 20th century. The work features contributions from various scholars, aiming to illustrate the ideals and intellectual achievements of Greece and their relevance to contemporary society. This anthology delves into realms such as philosophy, art, science, and politics, emphasizing how Ancient Greece laid the foundational values that still resonate today. The opening portion of the text sets the tone by asserting the rich spiritual connection modern society has with Ancient Greece, despite the vast temporal gulf. The editor introduces the theme that, although modern advancements may overshadow the material achievements of ancient civilization, the philosophical and artistic legacies of Greece remain indispensable to understanding our ethical and intellectual lives. The essay presents a call to cherish and learn from Greek philosophy, literature, and art, particularly through the lens of timeless ideals such as truth, beauty, and justice, suggesting that they are essential to cultivating a deeper understanding of our own existence in the modern world. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class DF: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Greece
Subject Greece -- Civilization
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EBook-No. 22259
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Most Recently Updated Jan 25, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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