Hypatia

By Elbert Hubbard and Fra Elbert Hubbard

Book Overview

Hypatia is a book written by Elbert Hubbard, a renowned American writer, philosopher, and publisher. The book is a biographical account of the life and times of Hypatia, a Greek mathematician, philosopher, and astronomer who lived in Alexandria, Egypt, during the 4th and 5th centuries AD. The book begins with a brief introduction to Hypatia's family background, education, and her rise to prominence as a renowned scholar and teacher in Alexandria. It then delves into the political and religious climate of the time, highlighting the tensions between the various factions of Christianity, Judaism, and Paganism. Hubbard paints a vivid picture of Hypatia's intellectual and philosophical contributions, her relationships with prominent figures of her time, and her tragic end at the hands of a mob of Christian zealots. The book also explores the legacy of Hypatia's ideas and the impact of her teachings on the development of science and philosophy in the Western world. Overall, Hypatia is a compelling and thought-provoking account of a remarkable woman who defied societal norms and made significant contributions to the fields of mathematics, philosophy, and astronomy. It is a must-read for anyone interested in ancient history, philosophy, and the role of women in intellectual pursuits.THIS 32 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Little Journeys to the Homes of the Great: Teachers, by Elbert Hubbard. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 076610396X.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.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1161554904
• ISBN13: 9781161554908
• Release Date: May 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 32 Pages
• Weight: 0.49 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"