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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book analyzes the purpose of history, reflecting on the conclusions drawn by the author from their study of philosophy and works by philosophers like Bergson, Dewey, and Santayana. The author argues that history is not a predetermined progression towards a future goal but rather a process of utilizing the past to achieve spiritual ends. The author also posits that there is not a singular history but rather multiple histories, each of which has its own unique purpose and significance. Furthermore, the author argues that progress is not so much an evolution as it is a process of historical continuity, with each historical event leaving its mark on the past and contributing to the future in unique ways. The author concludes that while there is no overarching purpose to history as some may envision it, there is nevertheless a sense of purpose in the ways that the past is utilized and transformed over time. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781330564264_0
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781330564264
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781330564264
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)