Flesh in the Age of Reason Paperback / softback
by Roy Porter
Paperback / softback
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'As an introduction to early modern thinking and the impact of past ideas on present lives, this book can find few equals and no superiors.
Porter is a witty, humane writer with an extraordinary vocabulary and a sparkling sense of fun.
Whether he is quoting from obscure medical texts or analysing scabrous diaries, dishing the dirt on long-dead bigwigs or evoking sympathy for human suffering, his grasp is masterly and his erudition appealing.
I wish I could read it again for the first time: you can.' Times Educational Supplement, Book of the Week In this startlingly brilliant sequel to the prize-winning ENLIGHTENMENT Roy Porter completes his lifetime's work, offering a magical, enthusiastic and charming account of the writings of some of the most attractive figures ever to write English.
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- Format:Paperback / softback
- Pages:592 pages
- Publisher:Penguin Books Ltd
- Publication Date:27/01/2005
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- ISBN:9780140167351
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In Stock - low on stock, only 1 copy remainingFree UK DeliveryEstimated delivery 2-3 working days
- Format:Paperback / softback
- Pages:592 pages
- Publisher:Penguin Books Ltd
- Publication Date:27/01/2005
- Category:
- ISBN:9780140167351