Albert the Great, of the Order of Friar-Preachers: His Life and Scholastic Labors (1876)

Albert the Great, of the Order of Friar-Preachers, is a biographical and scholarly work written by Joachim Sighart and published in 1876. The book provides a comprehensive account of the life and academic achievements of Albert the Great, a prominent medieval philosopher and theologian.The narrative begins with Albert's early life and education in Germany, where he studied at the University of Padua and was influenced by the works of Aristotle. The book then traces his career as a teacher and scholar, including his tenure as a professor at the University of Paris and his work as a bishop and advisor to Pope Urban IV.Throughout the book, Sighart provides detailed analyses of Albert's writings and teachings, particularly his contributions to natural philosophy and the study of theology. He also explores Albert's role in the development of the Dominican Order and his influence on later thinkers such as Thomas Aquinas.Overall, Albert the Great, of the Order of Friar-Preachers is a valuable resource for scholars of medieval philosophy and theology, as well as anyone interested in the life and work of one of the most significant thinkers of the Middle Ages.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.