[The Western Intellectual Tradition: From Leonardo to Hegel] [Author: Bronowski, J.] [August, 1962] [Paperback] Jacob Bronowski

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1962 edition. Paperback cover has some fading and light scuff marks at edges and some creasing at spine. The pages are clean and in good condition. The binding is secure.

This well-preserved 1962 edition of “The Western Intellectual Tradition: From Leonardo to Hegel” by Jacob Bronowski offers a remarkable exploration of the intellectual currents that shaped Western thought from the Renaissance to the 19th century. Bronowski, a renowned mathematician and historian of science, brings his multidisciplinary expertise to bear, tracing the interplay of ideas across fields as diverse as art, science, philosophy, and literature. With his engaging narrative style, he illuminates the lives and works of towering figures like Leonardo da Vinci, Galileo, Descartes, Newton, Voltaire, and Hegel, situating their groundbreaking contributions within the broader cultural and intellectual context of their times. This volume, a testament to Bronowski’s erudition and passion for humanistic inquiry, offers a rich tapestry of ideas that continue to resonate today, making it a prized addition to any collection exploring the intellectual heritage of the West.