Albertus Magnus and the World of Nature.
Published In: Reviews in Religion & Theology, 2024, v. 31, n. 3. P. 139 1 of 3
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Authored By: Giostra, Alessandro 3 of 3
Abstract
This article provides a scholarly biography of Albert the Great, a Dominican scholar, theologian, and researcher of nature. The authors highlight his natural philosophy and his role in rehabilitating Aristotle's works during a time when they challenged Christian faith. Albertus' research was characterized by his integration of scholarly texts, popular traditions, and personal observations, making him a sort of encyclopedist. The article also addresses the controversies surrounding Albertus' relationship with magic and occultism, emphasizing his focus on offering natural explanations for physical events. Overall, this book serves as an excellent introduction to Albert's thought and his contributions to Medieval natural philosophy. [Extracted from the article]
Additional Information
- Source:Reviews in Religion & Theology. 2024/07, Vol. 31, Issue 3, p139
- Document Type:Article
- Subject Area:Religion and Philosophy
- Publication Date:2024
- ISSN:1350-7303
- DOI:10.1111/rirt.14339
- Accession Number:178646724
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