Explore a sharp, historical critique of H. G. Wells’s Outline of History from a Catholic perspective. This edition gathers a careful examination of Wells’s claims about religion, myth, and the roots of Christian thought, highlighting how one author’s approach to history clashes with traditional beliefs.
The pages assess Wells’s use of ancient myths, the idea of loan-gods, and the attempt to trace Christianity to pagan mysteries. It questions the accuracy of Wells’s treatments of medieval philosophy, Scholastic Realism and Nominalism, and the way he presents the Church’s role in shaping ideas. Beyond biography, the author surveys how modern thought meets questions about faith, progress, and the didactic aims of history.
- See how the author analyzes religious and philosophical arguments that appear in Wells’s history.
- Learn how medieval and early modern debates about truth, tradition, and reason are represented and misrepresented.
- Consider the critique of how comparative religion and myth are used to trace Christian origins.
- Reflect on broader concerns about progress, modernity, and the place of religion in shaping society.
Ideal for readers of religious criticism, philosophy of history, and debates about science and faith. This edition is a careful, point-by-point engagement with the ideas at the heart of Wells’s work, offering historical context and cautious appraisal for curious readers.
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book presents a detailed critique of H.G. Wells' famous publication, The Outline of History, highlighting various errors in the author's approach to historical events and religious philosophies. The author of this book contends that Wells' biases and preconceived notions led him to misinterpret and distort historical facts to fit his agenda. The author meticulously examines Wells' flawed anthropological assumptions, his inaccurate portrayal of prehistoric man, and his reliance on outdated theories to support his arguments. Moreover, the book delves into the shortcomings of Wells' views on religious history, particularly his flawed understanding of ancestor worship and the origins of monotheism. Through a critical analysis of Wells' theories and interpretations, this book effectively demonstrates the importance of approaching historical and religious subjects with a balanced and unbiased perspective. 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 9781332405022_0
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