A small book that describes a Grand Tour through the origins of philosophy

- Stefano Bucci, Corriere della Sera

Roberto Peregalli's The Embroidered Armour examines the Greek Mysteries, mythology and legends that heralded a revolution in thinking between the time of Homer and Plato which gave birth to the Western cultural tradition.

In investigating ancient Greek concepts concerning the relationship between seeing and knowing, Roberto Peregalli presents an eloquent demonstration of the modernity of Ancient Greek wisdom.

Roberto Peregalli was born in Milan in 1961 and studied Philosophy. He worked extensively with Renzo Mongiardino before opening his own architectural firm in partnership with Laura Sartori Rimini. In addition to designing sets for opera, he also frequently contributes articles on cinema to Conde Nast publications. The Embroidered Armour is his first book.

Roberto Peregalli lives between Milan and Tangiers.

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The Embroidered Armour examines the Greek Mysteries, mythology and legends that heralded a revolution in thinking between the time of Homer and Plato, which gave birth to the Western cultural tradition.
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Produktdetaljer

ISBN
9781906548339
Publisert
2013-04-25
Utgiver
Pushkin Press
Høyde
198 mm
Bredde
129 mm
Aldersnivå
G, 01
Språk
Product language
Engelsk
Format
Product format
Heftet
Antall sider
176

Forfatter
Oversetter

Biografisk notat

Born in Milan in 1961, Roberto Peregalli studied Philosophy and now runs his own architectural firm. He also designs sets for opera and has contributed articles on cinema to Condé Nast publications. The Embroidered Armour is his first book.