An Historical Sketch of the Conceptions of Memory among the Ancients by Burnham

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Author Burnham, William Henry, 1855-1941
Title An Historical Sketch of the Conceptions of Memory among the Ancients
Note Reading ease score: 61.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Contents Conceptions of memory before Aristotle -- Aristotle's conceptions of memory -- Conceptions of memory among the Stoics and Epicureans, and in Cicero and Quintilian -- Conceptions of Plotinus and St. Augustine -- Diseases of memory mentioned by ancient writers -- Ancient systems of mnemonics.
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Summary "An Historical Sketch of the Conceptions of Memory among the Ancients" by Burnham is a scholarly examination published in the late 19th century, specifically in 1888, as a thesis for the Doctor of Philosophy degree at Johns Hopkins University. This scientific publication delves into how ancient thinkers perceived and conceptualized memory, tracing its development through various philosophical traditions from pre-Socratic times to early Christian thought. The book meticulously outlines the evolving views on memory, starting from the early conceptions before Aristotle, through Aristotle's systematic analysis, and the perspectives of the Stoics, Epicureans, Plotinus, and St. Augustine. Burnham explores differing theories, such as Plato's ideas of recollection and innate knowledge, Aristotle's physiological basis for memory, and the mnemonic techniques employed by Roman orators. Additionally, the text considers pathological aspects of memory as discussed by ancient writers. In sum, Burnham's work provides a comprehensive historical overview of memory's philosophical significance in the ancient world, reflecting on how it was fundamentally linked to knowledge, perception, and the nature of the soul. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class BD: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Speculative Philosophy, General Philosophical works
Subject Thesis (Ph. D.)
Subject Memory (Philosophy) -- History
Category Text
EBook-No. 59995
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Aug 3, 2019
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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