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Foundations for a Humanitarian Economy: Re-thinking Boethius' Consolation of Philosophy

By William D. Bishop
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By William D. Bishop
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The modern global economy and discipline of economics place mathematical calculation above human concern. However, a re-reading of Boethius’ The Consolation of Philosophy can positively highlight the contrast in values and spirit of the early medieval European world with our own scientific age.

This book discusses the historical and cultural contexts that influenced Boethius’ writing and explores how Consolation offers a radically different understanding of economic concepts: wealth from inn...

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