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Spectacles of truth in classical Greek philosophy : theoria in its cultural context / Andrea Wilson Nightingale

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Nightingale, Andrea Wilson
Additional Titles
Theoria in its cultural context
Published
Cambridge ; New York : Cambridge University Press, 2004.
Physical Description
x, 311 pages ; 24 cm

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Summary
In an effort to conceptualize and legitimize theoretical philosophy, the Greek philosophers turned to a venerable cultural practice: theoria (state pilgrimage). In this traditional practice, an individual journeyed abroad to officially witness sacralized spectacles. This book examines the philosophic appropriations and transformations of the practice of theoria.
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ISBN
0521838258 (hbk.)
Bibliography Note
Includes bibliographical references (pages 269-299) and indexes.
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