Excerpt from The Letters of Alcuin
The author wishes to thank his colleagues in the New York High School of Commerce, Messrs. Carleton, Lewis and Wharton, for the valuable assistance they have given him in the final preparation Of the manuscript. To Pro fessor James T. Shotwell, at whose instance the author entered Columbia University, he is especially indebted for many kindnesses and for many helpful suggestions in the writing and revising Of this work. His sincerest thanks are due to Professor James Harvey Robinson, at whose suggestion this work was undertaken, and without whose encouragement it would never have been completed.
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Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book explores the writings of Alcuin of York, a central figure in the Carolingian Renaissance of the 8th and 9th centuries. Alcuin's works reflect the significant theological, social, and political developments of his era, providing valuable insights into the intellectual world of medieval Europe. The author examines Alcuin's theological writings, including his fight against the Adoptionist heresy and contributions to the controversies over image worship and the doctrine of filioque. The book further delves into Alcuin's pedagogical approach, his role in establishing the Palace School under Charlemagne, and his lasting influence on medieval education. By weaving together Alcuin's writings, the author presents a comprehensive tapestry of the intellectual and cultural landscape of the Carolingian Age, making this book a compelling read for scholars and enthusiasts of medieval history and theology. 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. Codice articolo 9781333985288_0
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