Some Renaissance Versions of the Pythagorean Tetrad: The Renaissance V8, 1961

The book ""Some Renaissance Versions Of The Pythagorean Tetrad: The Renaissance V8, 1961"" by S.K. Heninger Jr. is a study of the Pythagorean tetrad, a concept in ancient Greek philosophy that represented the four basic elements of the universe: earth, air, fire, and water. The book focuses on the Renaissance period and explores the different interpretations and adaptations of the tetrad by various scholars and thinkers during that time. The author examines the works of prominent Renaissance figures such as Giordano Bruno, Johannes Kepler, and Francis Bacon, and analyzes how they incorporated the Pythagorean tetrad into their own philosophical and scientific theories. The book also delves into the symbolism and significance of the tetrad in Renaissance art and architecture. Overall, ""Some Renaissance Versions Of The Pythagorean Tetrad"" is a comprehensive exploration of a key concept in ancient Greek philosophy and its influence on Renaissance thought and culture.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.