Anaximander and the Architects: The Contributions of Egyptian and Greek Architectural Technologies to the Origins of Greek Philosophy

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Exploring the intersection of monumental architecture and Presocratic philosophy, this book reveals how sixth-century B.C.E. architects influenced Ionian communities with their innovative designs. It highlights the emergence of a rational discourse grounded in structural laws, contrasting with mythological explanations. By examining Anaximander's writings alongside the practical techniques of archaic architects, the work sheds new light on the foundations of early Greek philosophy and the experimental science that arose from these monumental projects.