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Focusing on the philosophical significance of sound and hearing, this work delves into the auditory experiences central to ancient Greek culture, often overshadowed by modern visual perspectives. Through fifteen chapters, it examines various texts and philosophers, highlighting how auditory elements shaped thought and understanding in the ancient world. This comprehensive study sheds light on the integral role of sound in Greek philosophy, offering fresh insights into a largely neglected aspect of their intellectual landscape.
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Hearing, Sound, and the Auditory in Ancient Greece, Jill Gordon
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- Released
- 2022
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- Title
- Hearing, Sound, and the Auditory in Ancient Greece
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Jill Gordon
- Publisher
- Indiana University Press (IPS)
- Released
- 2022
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 424
- ISBN13
- 9780253062826
- Category
- History, World history
- Description
- Focusing on the philosophical significance of sound and hearing, this work delves into the auditory experiences central to ancient Greek culture, often overshadowed by modern visual perspectives. Through fifteen chapters, it examines various texts and philosophers, highlighting how auditory elements shaped thought and understanding in the ancient world. This comprehensive study sheds light on the integral role of sound in Greek philosophy, offering fresh insights into a largely neglected aspect of their intellectual landscape.