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Exploring the myths of Adam, Prometheus, and Faust, this book delves into their significance in shaping Western thought and their relevance in today's technology-driven world. Theodore Ziolkowski analyzes how these narratives reflect ancient Hebrew, Greek, and Christian cultures' responses to the quest for knowledge, highlighting their common roots in trickster legends. The work also investigates the evolution of these themes in modern literature, revealing a persistent awareness of the ethical dilemmas associated with the pursuit of knowledge.
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The Sin of Knowledge, Theodore Ziolkowski
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- Released
- 2000
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- Title
- The Sin of Knowledge
- Subtitle
- Ancient Themes and Modern Variations
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Theodore Ziolkowski
- Publisher
- Princeton University Press
- Released
- 2000
- Format
- Hardcover with dust jacket
- Pages
- 240
- ISBN13
- 9780691050652
- Category
- About Literature
- Description
- Exploring the myths of Adam, Prometheus, and Faust, this book delves into their significance in shaping Western thought and their relevance in today's technology-driven world. Theodore Ziolkowski analyzes how these narratives reflect ancient Hebrew, Greek, and Christian cultures' responses to the quest for knowledge, highlighting their common roots in trickster legends. The work also investigates the evolution of these themes in modern literature, revealing a persistent awareness of the ethical dilemmas associated with the pursuit of knowledge.