Emil Reich

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Nights With The Gods

Beschreibung

Nights with the Gods frames philosophical inquiry as dialogue among ancient deities and historical figures, primarily through the voice of Aristotle, who critiques the intellectual practices of modern academia. The text opens with a gathering of gods who listen as Aristotle humorously recounts his visit to an English university. His reflections point to the limits of modern knowledge systems, particularly in the narrow scope of academic specialization. He describes a scholar who devotes his career to one year of a king's reign and others who isolate historical figures into abstract constructs, exposing the absurdity of such reductive methods. The narrative constructs a contrast between the holistic wisdom of the ancients and the fragmented knowledge of contemporary thinkers. Through layered conversations among gods and heroes, the work draws attention to the diminished capacity for synthesis in modern thought. This imaginative setting allows for a deeper critique of how education, culture, and historical understanding have shifted from integrative vision to hyper-focused triviality, with humor and irony guiding its philosophical discourse.

Autor

Emil Reich was a Hungarian-born historian and essayist known for his intellectually eclectic style and philosophical depth. He was born on March 24, 1854, in Pre ov, Slovakia, into a Jewish family. Reich pursued higher education in several European countries and eventually established a career that spanned France, the United States, and England. His works combined history, politics, and culture with a distinctive interpretive voice that often challenged academic conventions of his time. He was known for his wit, contrarian views, and tendency to blend narrative with philosophical reflection. Reich moved to London in his later years, where he produced some of his most original English-language writings. Often critical of overly narrow scholarly specializations, his essays sought to restore a broader, more integrative vision of history and civilization. His reputation varied, with some praising his insight and rhetorical brilliance, while others viewed his opinions as controversial. Emil Reich died on December 11, 1910, in Notting Hill, London, at the age of 56.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Double 9 Books
• Seitenzahl: 146
• Erscheinungstermin: 1. Juni 2025
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 216mm x 140mm x 8mm
• Gewicht: 194g
• ISBN-13: 9789371466646
• ISBN-10: 9371466642
• Artikelnr.: 75416115