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Il filo di Arianna della filosofia. La filosofia del Mediterraneo

Il filo di Arianna della filosofia. La filosofia del Mediterraneo

It is the history of Western philosophy from Thales of Miletus to Roman Stoicism

2020

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The Concept of Force in Simon Weil

A novel interpretation of the Greek poem Iliad has the potential to enhance our comprehension of violence on women.

Feb 6

Simone Weil

Feb 6

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The Portuguese reach India and change the world forever

In 1497, five years after Columbus discovered America, the Portuguese Vasco Da Gama finally reached India, on a voyage that changed the…

Oct 19

The Portuguese reach India and change the world forever

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Dias 1488: Opening the Route to India

The Portuguese explorations along the African coast in the 15th century were a masterpiece of intelligence, courage and seafaring skill. It…

Sep 22

Dias 1488: Opening the Route to India

Sep 22

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The Sinking of the battleship Roma

The 9th of September has been designated as a day of remembrance for the Italian Navy, commemorating the anniversary of the sinking of the…

Sep 10

Battleship Roma

Sep 10

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The First Portuguese voyages of exploration

School textbooks frequently underestimate the significance of the early Portuguese explorations along the west coast of Africa. In reality…

Sep 1

A Venetian galley

Sep 1

An ingenious glider in the middle of the ocean

Oceanographers need to collect large amounts of information from seawater. Traditionally, this has been done by organising an oceanographic…

Oct 5

How a seaglider works

Oct 5

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When East Met West: The True Legacy of Marco Polo

In the Middle Ages, Marco Polo’s curiosity led him to China. His Silk Road journey tells of history, culture, tolerance, and discovery.

Aug 24

A close-up of the Catalan Atlas depicting Marco Polo travelling to the East

Aug 24

Philosophy in Flash and Fire. Sparks of Meaning: On Happiness, Truth, and a Labyrinth Within

A small philosophical booklet by Martino Sacchi now available

Jul 21

Philosophy in Flash and Fire. Sparks of Meaning: On Happiness, Truth, and a Labyrinth Within,

Jul 21

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What are choke points, and why should we keep an eye on them?

How to talk about geopolitics at teatime (and even at dinnertime).

Jul 15

A container ship

Jul 15

In Venice with Bezos

Jeff didn’t invite you to his wedding? No worries — maybe next time! Meanwhile, we’re here to show you Jeff’s places like you’ve never…

Jun 29

Jun 29

Martino Sacchi

Martino Sacchi

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An Italian point of view. Teacher of History and Philosophy, journalist, writer. Books of naval history. http://www.ariannascuola.eu martinosacchi60@gmail.com

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