The Awakening

A History of the Western Mind AD 500 - 1700

(Author) Charles Freeman
Format: Hardcover
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A popular telling of the story of the revival of European intellectual life after the collapse of civilisation that followed the fall of the Roman empire in the West.

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Publisher:
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Format:
Hardcover
Number of pages:
None
Language:
en
ISBN:
9781789545623
Publish year:
2020
Publish date:
Aug. 6, 2020

Charles Freeman

Charles Freeman is a historian and author known for his works on ancient history, particularly focusing on the Roman Empire and the origins of Christianity. His most notable works include "The Closing of the Western Mind: The Rise of Faith and the Fall of Reason" and "A.D. 381: Heretics, Pagans, and the Dawn of the Monotheistic State." Freeman's writing style is characterized by meticulous research and engaging storytelling, making complex historical topics accessible to a wide audience. His contributions to literature include shedding new light on the intersection of religion, philosophy, and politics in ancient times. "The Closing of the Western Mind" is perhaps Freeman's most famous work, exploring the decline of classical learning and the rise of Christian orthodoxy in the early medieval period. Through his work, Freeman has had a significant impact on the understanding of ancient history and the development of Western civilization.

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