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Book SynopsisA wide-ranging survey of the major ancient civilizations, religions and thinkers of the world, drawing out their key qualities and tracing the journey of humankind towards the twentieth century.
Trade Review'It's great to see Floris reprinting these Anthroposophical classics
The Ascent of Man reminds us, among other things, that if we are not aware of our history, we are probably doomed to repeat it. Eleanor Merry traces the thread of light though many ages, civilisations, myth cycles and god-forms, and we meet many old friends within these pages.'
-- Inner Light Magazine, Summer 2008
'A classic work which gives a cross-cultural overview of the spiritual evolution of humanity, covering all the major civilisations down to our own time
[Merry] suggests that a spiritual awakening is now taking place, which will lead to a deeper understanding and heightened sense of responsibility.'
-- David Lorimer, Scientific and Medical Network Review
'Eleanor Merry's book is a page-turner, a compendium and a source of nuggets of wisdom, which provides a wonderfully coherent view of the development of humankind ... I found passage after passage had led me into other streams in my thoughts, and had enlightened my understanding
The Ascent of Man is a Classic of Anthroposophy. I also recommend the book to anyone with an interest in Christology, or who regards themselves as Christian. To read the book would benefit them greatly in understanding and in knowledge.'
-- Gillies Dalzell-Payne, Perspectives, March-May 2009
