Abelard And The Origin And Early History Of Universities

Abelard and the Origin and Early History of Universities is a book written by Gabriel Compayre that explores the life and work of Peter Abelard, a medieval philosopher and theologian, and his influence on the development of universities in Europe. The book provides a detailed account of Abelard's life, including his controversial love affair with Heloise, and his contributions to the intellectual and academic traditions of the time. Compayre also examines the historical context in which universities emerged in Europe, tracing their roots back to the ancient Greek and Roman educational systems, and highlighting the important role played by the Church in their development. Through a comprehensive analysis of primary sources and scholarly research, Abelard and the Origin and Early History of Universities offers a fascinating insight into the origins and evolution of one of the most important institutions in Western civilization.This Is A New Release Of The Original 1893 Edition.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.