Book Review of The New Map of the World: The Poetic Philosophy of Giambattista Vico by Giuseppe Mazzotta (original) (raw)

This book review explores Giuseppe Mazzotta's analysis of Giambattista Vico, situating his philosophical thought within its historical context while engaging with themes of modernity. Mazzotta's examination of Vico's works reveals a complex relationship between honor, education, history, myth, and the influence of Christianity on the evolution of thought. The review emphasizes Mazzotta’s insightful interpretations and how Vico critiques modern rationalism by reintroducing the significance of miracles, poetry, and theological dimensions into philosophical discourse.