“The universal principle of etymology in all languages: words are carried over from bodies and from the properties of bodies to express the things of the mind and spirit. The order of ideas must follow the order of things.”
Quote by Giambattista Vico
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The New Science of Giambattista Vico
This seminal text by Giambattista Vico delves into the historical and philosophical foundations of human civilization, offering a comprehensive analysis of the evolution of societies through the ages. more
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Giambattista Vico
Giambattista Vico was an Italian philosopher, historian, and literary theorist, born on June 23, 1668, and died on January 21, 1744. His philosophical ideas have had a profound impact on later generations, particularly in the fields of historical philosophy and literary theory. more
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