Pre-Owned The City Of The Sun (Paperback) by Tommaso Campanella

9781419156878. New condition. Trade paperback. Language: English. Pages: 48. Trade paperback (US). Glued binding. 48 p. The City of the Sun is a philosophical and political treatise written by Italian philosopher and theologian Tommaso Campanella in the early 17th century. The book is a utopian vision of a perfect society, where citizens live in harmony and peace, and where science, art, and religion are integrated into everyday life.The book is presented as a dialogue between a Grand Master and a traveler who has stumbled upon the City of the Sun, a utopian society located on an island in the middle of the ocean. The traveler is amazed by the city's beauty, orderliness, and efficiency, and he is eager to learn more about its social and political organization.The citizens of the City of the Sun are divided into four classes: philosophers, warriors, artisans, and farmers. Each class has its own specific duties and responsibilities, but all citizens work together for the common good. The city is governed by a council of philosophers who are chosen for their wisdom and virtue.The City of the Sun is also a scientific and cultural center, where knowledge and learning are highly prized. The citizens of the city are encouraged to pursue their passions and interests, and they have access to a vast library and a wide range of artistic and cultural activities.Throughout the book, Campanella explores a wide range of philosophical and political ideas, including the nature of truth, the role of religion in society, and the importance of education and knowledge. The City of the Sun is a fascinating and thought-provoking work that continues to inspire readers today.Capt. I have already told you how I wandered over the whole earth. In the course of my journeying I came to Taprobane, and was compelled to go ashore at a place, where through fear of the inhabitants I remained in a wood. When I stepped out of this I found myself on a large plain immediately under the equator.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.