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Piccoli, Raffaello
1886
1933
Carr, Herbert Wildon
1857
1931
Carr, H. Wildon (Herbert Wildon)
Benedetto Croce: An Introduction to His Philosophy
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"Benedetto Croce: An Introduction to His Philosophy" by Raffaello Piccoli is a philosophical account written in the early 20th century. The work explores the life and ideas of Benedetto Croce, a significant Italian philosopher, focusing on his contributions to aesthetics, ethics, and historical thought. The book provides insight into Croce’s influence on modern philosophical thought, particularly in Italy, highlighting the evolution of his ideas amid the sociopolitical backdrop of his time. At the start of the text, the author reflects on Croce's life and the context in which he developed his philosophical theories. The foreword introduces Croce as not only a philosopher but also a cultural figure who expressed the intellectual currents of post-Risorgimento Italy. Piccoli discusses Croce's formative years, mentorship under notable intellectuals, and the profound impact of personal loss on his philosophical outlook. An emphasis is placed on the dynamic nature of Croce's thought, which evolved through ongoing reflection rather than a rigid, static system, suggesting that philosophy should be viewed as a living endeavor rather than a set of fixed doctrines. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 30.0 (College graduate level). Very difficult to read.
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Aesthetics
Croce, Benedetto, 1866-1952
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