Publisher's Synopsis
The book ""Theories Of Macrocosms And Microcosms: In The History Of Philosophy"" was written by George Perrigo Conger and published in 1922. The book explores the concept of macrocosms and microcosms in the history of philosophy. It examines the different philosophical theories that have been proposed over time regarding the relationship between the universe as a whole (macrocosm) and the individual human being (microcosm). The book covers a wide range of philosophical traditions, including ancient Greek philosophy, medieval philosophy, and modern philosophy. It discusses the views of prominent philosophers such as Plato, Aristotle, Plotinus, Augustine, Aquinas, Descartes, and Leibniz, among others. The author analyzes the different ways in which philosophers have attempted to explain the relationship between the macrocosm and the microcosm. He explores the idea that the universe is a reflection of the human soul, as well as the idea that the human being is a miniature version of the universe. Overall, ""Theories Of Macrocosms And Microcosms: In The History Of Philosophy"" provides a comprehensive overview of the concept of macrocosms and microcosms in philosophy. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of philosophy, as well as those interested in exploring the relationship between the individual human being and the wider universe.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.