Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book is a fascinating look into the life and career of a lesser-known but highly influential scholar of the 17th century. The bookââ â¢s central figure, Dr. Pocock, was a leading figure in the revival of interest in Oriental languages in Europe at a time when these subjects were rarely studied. The book chronicles Pocockââ â¢s life from his beginnings at Oxford University, where he immersed himself in the study of Hebrew, Arabic and Syriac, through to his appointment as chaplain to the English factory in Aleppo. The author provides a detailed and engaging account of Pocockââ â¢s academic pursuits and his travels, drawing on a wealth of primary sources, including Pocockââ â¢s own letters and manuscripts. The book offers a compelling portrait of the intellectual and religious landscape of the 17th century. Pocockââ â¢s work provides valuable insights into the development of biblical scholarship and the study of ancient languages, and the book explores the ways in which these fields interacted with broader currents of religious thought and political discourse. The book explores Pocockââ â¢s commitment to interpreting Scripture through a close study of its historical and linguistic context, showcasing the authorââ â¢s own deep understanding of the complexities of these subjects and his commitment to rigorous scholarship. The book also explores the tensions between Pocockââ â¢s faith and his engagement with non-Christian cultures. The insights provided in this book offer a powerful testament to the importance of interdisciplinary scholarship and the enduring legacy of Dr. Pocockââ â¢s work in the fields of biblical studies and Oriental languages. 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 9781333003623_0
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Vendeur : PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, Etats-Unis
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781333003623
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Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781333003623
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)