Theories of Macrocosms and Microcosms in the History of Philosophy

Looks at the history of philosophy to show the motivation, contents, and effects of a number of views grouped under theories of macrocosms and microcosms. Contents Introduction Chapter I. The Emergence of Microcosmic Theories in the Greek and Græco-Roman World Chapter II. Microcosmic Theories in Theological Traditions Chapter III. Microcosmic Theories in Early Modern Reactions from Scholasticism Chapter IV. Microcosmic Theories in Philosophy from Descartes to Spencer Chapter V. Traces of Microcosmic Theories in Recent Science and Philosophy Chapter VI. Conclusion: General Estimate of Microcosmic Theories Index of Authors