Detalhes do Livro
Formato
Brochura
Páginas
160
Idioma
Inglês
Publicado
Jul 27, 1988
Editora
Yale University Press
ISBN-10
0300043821
ISBN-13
9780300043822
Descrição
Eric Alfred Havelock explores the profound transformation of human consciousness as societies transition from oral traditions to written forms. He delves into the interplay between orality and literacy, uncovering how each mode of communication shapes our thoughts, cultural practices, and identity.
Through rich historical analysis and reflective insights, the work examines the impact of writing on memory, knowledge, and the very fabric of society. Havelock invites readers to consider not only the evolution of communication but also its deeper implications for the human experience across different eras. This exploration prompts contemplation on how modern literacy continues to influence contemporary thought and culture.
Through rich historical analysis and reflective insights, the work examines the impact of writing on memory, knowledge, and the very fabric of society. Havelock invites readers to consider not only the evolution of communication but also its deeper implications for the human experience across different eras. This exploration prompts contemplation on how modern literacy continues to influence contemporary thought and culture.
Gêneros
Filosofia
