9781026038659 - Three Wise Men of the East and Other Lectures von Todd, Arthur J (1 Ergebnisse)

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - 'Three Wise Men of the East and Other Lectures' is an illuminating collection of discourses by Arthur J. Todd that explores the profound impact of Eastern thought on the global stage during the early 20th century. The work centers on three monumental figures-Mahatma Gandhi, Rabindranath Tagore, and Sir Jagadish Chandra Bose-and analyzes their unique contributions to spirituality, literature, and science. Todd examines how these 'wise men' and their philosophies offered a potential corrective to the perceived spiritual vacuum and industrial materialism of the West.Through a series of academic yet accessible lectures, the author delves into topics of social progress, the synthesis of Oriental and Occidental values, and the role of education in fostering international understanding. The text serves as a significant historical bridge, capturing a period when Western intellectuals were increasingly turning toward India and the broader East for insights into social reform and ethical living. 'Three Wise Men of the East and Other Lectures' remains a valuable resource for those interested in the history of ideas, comparative cultural studies, and the enduring dialogue between different world civilizations.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.