Vico (1884)

Vico is a book written by Robert Flint and first published in 1884. The book explores the life and work of the Italian philosopher and historian, Giambattista Vico. Flint provides a detailed analysis of Vico's major philosophical and historical ideas, including his theory of history as a cyclical process and his belief in the importance of myth and language in understanding human culture. The book also examines Vico's influence on later philosophers and historians, particularly in the fields of hermeneutics and cultural anthropology. Flint's writing is clear and concise, making this book accessible to both scholars and general readers interested in the history of philosophy and intellectual history. Overall, Vico is a comprehensive and insightful study of one of the most important figures in European intellectual history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.