The swerve
how the world became modern
Stephen Greenblatt · 2011 · 496 pages
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About the book
Stephen Greenblatt traces the rediscovery of an ancient Roman manuscript that revolutionized European thought. The story of how a lost poem about nature, recovered during the Renaissance, influenced philosophers, scientists, and intellectuals, shaping the modern world through a radical shift in how we understand existence.
Book details
| Author | Stephen Greenblatt |
|---|---|
| Original title | The Swerve |
| Year of publication | 2011 |
| Pages | 496 |
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