The Intent Of Toynbee's History

The Intent of Toynbee's History by Edward T. Gargan is a comprehensive analysis of Arnold J. Toynbee's multi-volume work, A Study of History. Toynbee's magnum opus is a detailed examination of the rise and fall of civilizations throughout history, and Gargan delves into the underlying themes and intentions of Toynbee's work. Gargan explores Toynbee's ideas about the cyclical nature of history, the role of religion and spirituality in human development, and the importance of understanding the past in order to shape the future. The book also examines the criticisms and controversies surrounding Toynbee's work, including accusations of Eurocentrism and cultural bias. Overall, The Intent of Toynbee's History is a thought-provoking and insightful analysis of one of the most influential works of historical scholarship in the 20th century.Contributing Authors Include William H. McNeill, Friedrich Engel-Janosi, David M. Robinson, G. E. Von Grunebaum, Hans Kohn, Matthew Fitzsimmons, Edward Rochie Hardy, Eric Voegelin, And Oscar Halecki.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.