A View Of The Arts And Sciences: From The Earliest Times To The Age Of Alexander The Great (1785) (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781436503327)

A View of the Arts and Sciences: From the Earliest Times to the Age of Alexander the Great is a historical book written by James Bannister in 1785. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the development of various arts and sciences from ancient times to the age of Alexander the Great. It covers a wide range of subjects including architecture, painting, sculpture, music, astronomy, mathematics, medicine, and philosophy.The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a specific field of study. Bannister provides detailed information on the origins and evolution of each subject, highlighting key figures and their contributions. He also explores the cultural and societal contexts in which these developments took place, providing a rich historical backdrop for the reader.Throughout the book, Bannister emphasizes the interconnectedness of the arts and sciences, showing how advancements in one field often led to progress in another. He also discusses the impact of these developments on society, highlighting how they shaped human culture and influenced the course of history.Overall, A View of the Arts and Sciences is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in the history of human knowledge and creativity. Bannister's engaging writing style and thorough research make this book a valuable resource for scholars and casual readers alike.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: James Bannister
ISBN-10: 1436503329
ISBN-13: 9781436503327
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 06/02/2008
Pages: 136
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 0.82lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.44d