The Philosophical Works Of Al Kindi by Peter Adamson, Peter E. Pormann
This book is a comprehensive compilation and analysis of the works of Al-Kindi, often regarded as the first of the Muslim peripatetic philosophers. The text delves into Al-Kindi's extensive contributions to various fields of knowledge, including philosophy, mathematics, astronomy, and medicine, highlighting his role as a pivotal figure in the translation and transmission of ancient Greek philosophy to the Islamic world. Through translations of his works and insightful commentary, the book provides a critical exploration of Al-Kindi's synthesis of philosophical thought and his influence on subsequent Islamic and Western intellectual traditions.
The 8489th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 2012
- Nationality
- Multiple
- Type
- Fiction
- Pages
- Unknown
- Words
- Unknown
- Original Language
- Arabic
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