Philippe Ariès
Philippe Ariès was a French medievalist and historian known for his work on the history of childhood and family life. His seminal work, 'Centuries of Childhood,' revolutionized the study of childhood by exploring how the concept of childhood has evolved over time.
Books
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1. The Hour Of Our Death
The Classic History of Western Attitudes Toward Death Over the Last One Thousand Years
"The Hour of Our Death" delves into the profound and evolving relationship between humanity and death from the early Middle Ages to the present. The book presents a detailed historical analysis of attitudes toward death, revealing how cultural, social, and religious elements have shaped human responses to mortality. It explores the rituals of dying and the customs of mourning, highlighting the transition from a familiar acceptance of death's constant presence in daily life to its modern sequestration and medicalization, which has altered but not diminished its profound impact on the human psyche and society.
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2. Passions Of The Renaissance
The History of Private Life, Volume III
The book explores the cultural and intellectual transformations that occurred during the Renaissance, focusing on how these changes influenced human emotions and social behaviors. It delves into the period's evolving attitudes towards love, death, and individualism, highlighting the shift from medieval to modern perspectives. Through an examination of art, literature, and historical events, the book illustrates how the Renaissance passion for knowledge and exploration reshaped societal norms and personal identities, setting the stage for the modern era.
