Primitive Man as Philosopher

Autori

• Paul Radin

Parametri

Pagine

424pagine

Tempo di lettura

15ore

• Esoterismo e religione
• Filosofia
• Religione
• Saggistica
• Storia

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Exploring the intellectual sophistication of "primitive" cultures, the work argues that their philosophical inquiries into life's fundamental questions are as profound as those in "civilized" societies. Radin dismisses stereotypes of the noble savage and the primitive mind, asserting that anthropologists and their subjects share a philosophical foundation. The book is enriched with a diverse collection of poems, proverbs, myths, and tales, making it not only a significant anthropological study but also a captivating anthology that broadens our understanding of humanity.

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Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 2023

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