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Document Details : Title: Critical Study Subtitle: Medieval Studies and the Transcendentals: Aertsen's Characterization of Medieval Thought and Thomistic Metaphysics Author(s): GRACIA, J.J.E. Journal: Recherches de Théologie et Philosophie Médiévales Volume: 64 Issue: 2 Date: 1997 Pages: 455-463 DOI: 10.2143/RTPM.64.2.525890 Abstract : Aertsen’s recent book on the transcendentals in the thought of Thomas Aquinas and his immediate predecessors is a splendid piece of research that should prove useful for years to come to those interested in the history of medieval philosophy. The significance of the book derives mainly from three factors: its exploration of a central topic in medieval philosophy which, unfortunately, has been largely neglected; its extraordinary erudition; and the detailed and enlightening analyses found throughout the book. Aertsen discusses every relevant text and has taken into account most of the significant secondary sources. The breadth and depth of the book make it required reading of all those interested in the thought of the Middle Ages. |
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