The Shape of Ancient Thought: Comparative Studies in Greek and Indian Philosophies

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Spanning thirty years of intensive research this book proves what many scholars could not explain: that todays Western world must be considered the product of both Greek and Indian thoughtWestern and Eastern philosophies. Thomas McEvilley explores how trade imperialism and migration currents allowed cultural philosophies to intermingle freely throughout India Egypt Greece and the ancient Near East. This groundbreaking reference will stir relentless debate among philosophers art historians and students.