The Philosophy Of Symbolic Forms by Ernst Cassirer
This seminal work explores the evolution of human thought and culture through the lens of symbolic representation, arguing that symbols are the fundamental building blocks of human understanding. It delves into how language, myth, art, and science serve as different forms of symbolic expression, each contributing to the construction of reality and shaping human experience. By examining these diverse symbolic systems, the text seeks to illuminate the dynamic interplay between human cognition and cultural development, emphasizing the role of symbols in bridging the gap between the tangible world and abstract thought.
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- 1929
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- German
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- 300-400
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- German
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