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Book Synopsis: In Early Days of World History, Oswald Spengler paints a dramatic and highly informative vista of humanity’s ancient past. Swarms of savage tribes clash with and finally conquer sophisticated civilisations; emperors replace kings and peasants revolt against their masters. From the scorching deserts of Kash to the frozen tundra of the eternal North, sceptres are passed and throne rooms razed, while nations disappear and new tongues become dominant. The pirate castle of Troy besieged and burned and the Magian culture welcoming a saviour with empire-consolidating powers, Spengler chronicles the rise and fall of pagan peoples before the advent of Christ constricted their destinies through modern universalism.From the wanderings of old folk souls across withered Bronze Age landscapes to the first clumsy stirrings of newly born peoples in the cradle of high cultures not yet mature, these posthumously published thoughts, by one of the greatest philosophers of history the West has ever known, present a vivid and detailed ride through a world far removed from but yet eerily familiar to us. In this perfect companion piece to The Decline of the West, we can see Spengler at his razor-sharp analytical best tackling the issues affecting the world in its youth.The often awkward structure and sometimes fragmentary nature of Spengler’s notes in the German original were faithfully replicated in the English translation.
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Discover the captivating world of ancient civilizations with Early Days of World History: Reflections on the Past. Written by the renowned philosopher of history, Oswald Spengler, this book offers a dramatic and highly informative glimpse into humanity's early beginnings. From savage tribal clashes to the rise and fall of sophisticated empires, Spengler's vivid descriptions will transport you to a time of conquests and revolutions.
With Spengler as your guide, you'll traverse scorching deserts and frozen tundras, witnessing the passing of sceptres and the destruction of throne rooms. As pagan peoples thrive, new tongues emerge and civilizations vanish, you'll gain a deep understanding of the forces that shaped our world before the advent of Christ and the rise of modern universalism.
Don't miss the opportunity to delve into the wanderings of old folk souls and witness the stirring of newly born peoples in the cradle of high cultures. Spengler's posthumously published thoughts, faithfully preserved in this English translation, offer razor-sharp analysis and invaluable insights into the world's early days.
As the perfect companion to Spengler's acclaimed work, The Decline of the West, this book illuminates the historical issues that shaped the world in its youth. Join the millions who have already explored Spengler's extraordinary vision of world history, and discover a world both distant and familiar.
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