Description

""A Short History of Classical Scholarship"" by John Edwin Sandys is a comprehensive overview of the development of classical scholarship from the sixth century B.C. to the early 20th century. The book covers the major figures and movements in the field of classical scholarship, including the ancient Greek scholars, the Renaissance humanists, and the modern scholars of the 19th and early 20th centuries. Sandys explores the evolution of classical scholarship from its early roots in ancient Greece to its modern manifestations in the fields of archaeology, philology, and literary criticism. The book also delves into the social and political contexts in which classical scholarship has developed over the centuries, including the roles of religion, nationalism, and imperialism. ""A Short History of Classical Scholarship"" is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of classical studies and the evolution of Western intellectual traditions.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.