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Zusatztext Review from previous edition Lloyd's work is one of those rare studies that brings together the various debates of the East-West dialogue without favouring one side. Informationen zum Autor Geoffrey Lloyd is Emeritus Professor of Ancient Philosophy and Science at the University of Cambridge. Klappentext Geoffrey Lloyd's pioneering book uses a study of ancient Greek and Chinese science and culture to throw light on fundamental problems! both intellectual and moral! that we still face today. The issues range from the debate about realism and relativism in philosophy of science to doubts concerning the universal applicability of the discourse of human rights. Lloyd provides compelling evidence that ancient civilizations have much to offer contemporary debates in many fields of study. Zusammenfassung Using a study of ancient Greek and Chinese science and culture, this book throws light on fundamental problems, both intellectual and moral. The issues range from the debate about realism and relativism in philosophy of science to doubts concerning the universal applicability of the discourse of human rights. Inhaltsverzeichnis 1: Understanding Ancient Societies 2: Science in Ancient Civilizations? 3: Carving out Territories 4: A Common Logic 5: Searching for Truth 6: The Questionability of Belief 7: Styles of Inquiry and the Question of a Common Ontology 8: The Use and Abuse of Classification 9: For Example and Against 10: Universities: their Histories and Responsibilities 11: Human Nature and Human Rights 12: A Critique of Democracy Conclusion Glossary of Chinese and Greek Terms

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• Authors: G. E. R. Lloyd, Geoffrey Lloyd, Geoffrey E. R. Lloyd, Geoffrey E.R. Lloyd, Lloyd Geoffrey
• Publisher: Clarendon Press
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 02.02.2006
• EAN: 9780199288700
• ISBN: 978-0-19-928870-0
• Dimensions: 140 mm x 215 mm x 14 mm
• Subjects: Education and learning > Teaching preparation > Vocational needs; Non-fiction book > Philosophy, religion > Philosophy: antiquity to present day; History of Ideas, HISTORY / Social History, SCIENCE / Philosophy & Social Aspects, PHILOSOPHY / Eastern, PHILOSOPHY / History & Surveys / Ancient & Classical, Philosophy of Science, Ancient Greek and Roman philosophy, Western philosophy: Ancient, to c 500, East Asian and Indian philosophy, Oriental & Indian philosophy