Download or read book The Anatomy of Melancholy Philosophy Classic written by Robert Burton and published by e-artnow. This book was released on 2020-12-17 with total page 1924 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Although presented as a medical text, The Anatomy of Melancholy is as much a sui generis work of literature as it is a scientific or philosophical text, and Robert Burton addresses far more than his stated subject. In fact, the Anatomy uses melancholy as the lens through which all human emotion and thought may be scrutinized, and virtually the entire contents of a 17th-century library are marshalled into service of this goal.
Download or read book The Anatomy of Melancholy written by Robert Burton and published by . This book was released on 1875 with total page 516 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Anatomy of Melancholy written by Robert Burton and published by . This book was released on 1886 with total page 486 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Anatomy of Melancholy written by Robert Burton and published by Penguin Press. This book was released on 2023-07-06 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A new Penguin Classics edition of Burton's masterpiece - ostensibly a guidebook to melancholia or depression, in reality an all-encompassing examination of the human condition. The Anatomy of Melancholy is the vast and only work by Robert Burton, the 17th-century English priest and scholar. It 'opens and cuts up' the condition of melancholy, or depression as we know it today, and in doing so explores a dizzying range of additional topics, including goblins, beauty, the geography of America, digestion, the passions, alcohol and kissing. Burton believed that reading was a cure for melancholy, and so the book itself - one of the most unique and uncategorisable works of all time - can be seen as a tonic for the very condition it describes.
Download or read book The Anatomy of Melancholy written by Robert Burton and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2019-11-20 with total page 1962 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Robert Burton's 'The Anatomy of Melancholy' is a comprehensive and detailed examination of the causes, symptoms, and potential cures for melancholy, a condition that was commonly viewed as a form of mental illness in the 17th century. Written in a unique style that combines scholarly research, personal reflection, and literary references, this magnum opus provides readers with a thorough exploration of the human condition. The book is structured in a complex and organized manner, covering various topics such as the philosophical, religious, and medical aspects of melancholy. Burton's use of humor and wit to address a serious subject makes the book engaging and accessible to a wide range of readers. Robert Burton, a 17th-century scholar and clergyman, was known for his vast knowledge of literature, medicine, and philosophy. His own struggles with melancholy are believed to have inspired him to write this seminal work, which has since become a staple in the field of psychiatry and psychology. Burton's interdisciplinary approach and meticulous research make 'The Anatomy of Melancholy' a timeless classic that continues to resonate with readers today. I highly recommend 'The Anatomy of Melancholy' to anyone interested in exploring the complexities of the human mind and emotions. Burton's insightful observations and profound reflections offer valuable insights into the nature of melancholy and its impact on individuals throughout history.
Download or read book The Anatomy of Melancholy written by Robert Burton and published by . This book was released on 1855 with total page 690 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book A User s Guide to Melancholy written by Mary Ann Lund and published by Cambridge University Press. This book was released on 2021-02-25 with total page 271 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 400 years after The Anatomy of Melancholy, this book guides readers through Renaissance medicine's disease of the mind.
Download or read book Some Anatomies of Melancholy written by Robert Burton and published by Penguin UK. This book was released on 2008-08-07 with total page 116 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Not simply an investigation into melancholy, these unique essays form part of a panoramic celebration of human behaviour from the time of the ancients to the Renaissance. God, devils, old age, diet, drunkenness, love and beauty are each given equal consideration in this all-encompassing examination of the human condition. Throughout history, some books have changed the world. They have transformed the way we see ourselves – and each other. They have inspired debate, dissent, war and revolution. They have enlightened, outraged, provoked and comforted. They have enriched lives – and destroyed them. Now Penguin brings you the works of the great thinkers, pioneers, radicals and visionaries whose ideas shook civilization and helped make us who we are.
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Download or read book The Anatomy of Melancholy written by Robert Burton and published by Prabhat Prakashan. This book was released on 2023-10-01 with total page 992 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Welcome to the profound exploration of "The Anatomy of Melancholy" by Robert Burton, with additional contributions by Lawrence Babb, a seminal work that delves deep into the complexities of human emotion, psychology, and philosophy. Prepare to embark on a journey through the labyrinthine corridors of the human mind as you explore the causes, symptoms, and remedies for melancholy, a condition that has fascinated thinkers and scholars for centuries. Join Robert Burton and Lawrence Babb as they guide you through the pages of "The Anatomy of Melancholy," a monumental work that defies categorization and transcends its time. Through their insightful commentary and erudite analysis, readers are treated to a comprehensive examination of melancholy—from its historical origins to its manifestations in literature, art, and society. As you delve into the pages of "The Anatomy of Melancholy," you'll encounter a wealth of wisdom, wit, and insight that sheds light on the human condition and the mysteries of the mind. Burton's encyclopedic knowledge and Babb's modern perspective combine to offer readers a nuanced and multidimensional understanding of melancholy and its impact on individuals and societies throughout history. With its blend of scholarship, philosophy, and literary analysis, "The Anatomy of Melancholy" offers readers a thought-provoking exploration of one of humanity's oldest and most enduring afflictions. Burton and Babb's rigorous approach to research and their deep engagement with primary sources make this book a valuable resource for scholars, students, and anyone interested in the complexities of human psychology and emotion. Since its publication, "The Anatomy of Melancholy" has been hailed as a masterpiece of English literature and a landmark work in the history of psychology and philosophy. Its profound insights into the human psyche and its eloquent prose have earned it acclaim from scholars and readers alike, cementing its place as a classic of Western thought. As you journey through the pages of "The Anatomy of Melancholy," you'll be struck by the timeless relevance of Burton and Babb's observations and the depth of their understanding of the human mind. Their exploration of melancholy—its causes, symptoms, and treatments—offers readers a window into the complexities of human emotion and the enduring quest for meaning and fulfillment. In conclusion, "The Anatomy of Melancholy" is more than just a book—it's a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the power of intellect and empathy to illuminate the darkest corners of the human experience. Whether you're a scholar, a student, or simply a curious reader, this book offers a profound and enlightening journey through the complexities of human emotion and the enduring quest for understanding. Don't miss your chance to explore the depths of the human psyche with "The Anatomy of Melancholy" by Robert Burton and Lawrence Babb. Join the countless readers who have been captivated by Burton's erudition and insight, and discover the timeless wisdom of one of the greatest works of English literature. Grab your copy now and embark on a journey of self-discovery, empathy, and enlightenment.
Download or read book The Memory Arts in Renaissance England written by William E. Engel and published by Cambridge University Press. This book was released on 2016-08-18 with total page 397 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Anthology of a selection of early modern works on memory.
Download or read book The Nature of Melancholy written by Jennifer Radden and published by Oxford University Press. This book was released on 2002-04-04 with total page 390 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Spanning 24 centuries, this anthology collects over thirty selections of important Western writing about melancholy and its related conditions by philosophers, doctors, religious and literary figures, and modern psychologists. Truly interdisciplinary, it is the first such anthology. As it traces Western attitudes, it reveals a conversation across centuries and continents as the authors interpret, respond, and build on each other's work. Editor Jennifer Radden provides an extensive, in-depth introduction that draws links and parallels between the selections, and reveals the ambiguous relationship between these historical accounts of melancholy and today's psychiatric views on depression. This important new collection is also beautifully illustrated with depictions of melancholy from Western fine art.
Download or read book Sounds and Perception written by Matthew Nudds and published by OUP Oxford. This book was released on 2009-11-26 with total page 279 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Sounds and Perception is a collection of original essays on auditory perception and the nature of sounds - an emerging area of interest in the philosophy of mind and perception, and in the metaphysics of sensible qualities. The individual essays discuss a wide range of issues, including the nature of sound, the spatial aspects of auditory experience, hearing silence, musical experience, and the perception of speech; a substantial introduction by the editors serves to contextualise the essays and make connections between them. This collection will serve both as an introduction to the nature of auditory perception and as the definitive resource for coverage of the main questions that constitute the philosophy of sounds and audition. The views are original, and there is substantive engagement among contributors. This collection will stimulate future research in this area.
Download or read book Melancholic Habits written by Jennifer Radden and published by Oxford University Press. This book was released on 2016-11-03 with total page 337 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Jennifer Radden here provides a re-interpretation of the classic text by 17th century scholar Robert Burton, The Anatomy of Melancholy. Her new reading of Burton's essential text brings several key facets of his thought to light: the role of imagination in inciting and averting melancholy as disorder; the part played by daily habits of thought in engendering severe and incurable conditions; the multi-directional feedback loops linking feeling and thought in his model of mind; and an emphasis on symptoms and natural history in his understanding of disease. Much of Burton's account is derived from classical, medieval and renaissance writing about melancholy, yet he brought them together into something new: an account that -- while it stands in contrast to many of the assumptions of later psychology -- concurs surprisingly well with present day cognitivism. Moreover, although seventeenth century melancholy bears only a loose relationship to present day mood disorders such as depression and anxiety, on this reading the Anatomy anticipates a considerable number of findings and hypotheses associated with present day psychiatry, including its network models of depression, for example, and its emphasis on the part played by rumination and mind wandering in engendering affective disorder. Radden's new reading of a classic text should interest readers in philosophy of mind and psychiatry, clinical psychiatry and the history of medicine.
Download or read book The Anatomy of Melancholy written by Robert Burton and published by . This book was released on 2017-11-25 with total page 910 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Anatomy of Melancholy is, quite self-consciously, the book to end all books. The immensely widely read Robert Burton compiled it from the books that existed in a 17th-century library in order to explain and account for all human emotion and thought. In the first part, Burton defines the "inbred malady" of melancholy, discusses its causes, and describes the symptoms. The second part is devoted to its cure. Love melancholy is the subject of the final and longest part. A master of narrative, Burton includes as examples most of the world's great love stories, showing a modern approach to psychological problems. Burton's lively, colloquial style is as individual as his subject matter. It is imaginative and eloquent, full of classical allusions and Latin tags that testify to his love of curious and out-of-the-way information as well as to his erudition. He is a master of lists and catalogs, but their sonorous roll is often broken by his humorous asides. This edition, in crisp clear modern font, is complete and unabridged.
Download or read book The Anatomy of Melancholy written by Richard Burton and published by Aegitas. This book was released on 2021-04-22 with total page 7908 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Anatomy of Melancholy and (full title: The Anatomy of Melancholy, What it is: With all the Kinds, Causes, Symptomes, Prognostickes, and Several Cures of it. In Three Maine Partitions with their several Sections, Members, and Subsections. Philosophically, Medicinally, Historically, Opened and Cut Up and ) is a book by Robert Burton, first published in 1621, but republished five more times over the next seventeen years with massive alterations and expansions.
Download or read book In the Eye of the Wild written by Nastassja Martin and published by New York Review of Books. This book was released on 2021-11-16 with total page 129 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: After enduring a vicious bear attack in the Russian Far East's Kamchatka Peninsula, a French anthropologist undergoes a physical and spiritual transformation that forces her to confront the tenuous distinction between animal and human. In the Eye of the Wild begins with an account of the French anthropologist Nastassja Martin’s near fatal run-in with a Kamchatka bear in the mountains of Siberia. Martin’s professional interest is animism; she addresses philosophical questions about the relation of humankind to nature, and in her work she seeks to partake as fully as she can in the lives of the indigenous peoples she studies. Her violent encounter with the bear, however, brings her face-to-face with something entirely beyond her ken—the untamed, the nonhuman, the animal, the wild. In the course of that encounter something in the balance of her world shifts. A change takes place that she must somehow reckon with. Left severely mutilated, dazed with pain, Martin undergoes multiple operations in a provincial Russian hospital, while also being grilled by the secret police. Back in France, she finds herself back on the operating table, a source of new trauma. She realizes that the only thing for her to do is to return to Kamchatka. She must discover what it means to have become, as the Even people call it, medka, a person who is half human, half bear. In the Eye of the Wild is a fascinating, mind-altering book about terror, pain, endurance, and self-transformation, comparable in its intensity of perception and originality of style to J. A. Baker’s classic The Peregrine. Here Nastassja Martin takes us to the farthest limits of human being.
