Description
Man and the Earth
Book Summary
This work is a brief yet profound essay written by Eric Dardel in 1952 that has been rediscovered for its relevance in the theoretical evolution of landscape studies. Far from being a technical manual, the book aspires to formulate the very essence of geography, aiming toward a global interpretation that connects the discipline with human existence. The reader will find a philosophical reflection on how human beings relate to places and geographic space, offering a unique perspective that transcends the traditional boundaries of science.
What is it about?
Eric Dardel delves into the fundamental relationship between the human being and the earth, exploring how each person experiences and lives in places. Through an approach that combines geography with philosophy and ethnology, the author seeks to establish the foundations of a human geography that is not limited to the physical description of territory, but rather investigates the existential bond that links us to space. Dardel analyzes how the earth is not just a material support, but a constitutive element of our identity and way of inhabiting the world.
Main themes
- Phenomenology of geographic space and the experience of place.
- Existential relationship between human beings and the environment.
- Philosophical foundations of human geography.
- Interpretation of the landscape as an expression of life and culture.
Who is it recommended for?
This book is intended for students and professionals in geography, philosophy, and the human sciences, as well as any reader interested in understanding the deep dimension of our relationship with the environment. It will also be of great value to those involved in territorial planning, landscape studies, or reflection on the environment from a humanistic and theoretical perspective.
What this book contributes
- A foundational and innovative vision of geography as a human science, removed from mere descriptive positivism.
- Conceptual tools to reflect on the lived experience of space and landscape.
- An interdisciplinary bridge between geography, philosophy, and ethnology, enriching the understanding of territory.
- A reference work for understanding the theoretical evolution of landscape studies in the 20th century.
Technical specifications
- Author: Dardel, Eric
- Publisher: Biblioteca Nueva
- Language: Spanish
- Subject: LITERARY ESSAYS, PHILOSOPHY: METAPHYSICS AND ONTOLOGY, MATHEMATICS AND SCIENCE, SCIENCE: GENERAL ISSUES, GEOGRAPHY, HUMAN GEOGRAPHY, THE ENVIRONMENT, BIODIVERSITY, REGIONAL AND ZONAL PLANNING, TECHNOLOGY: GENERAL ISSUES
- Collection: BIBL. OSKAR PFISTER / LANDSCAPE AND THEORY
- Binding: Other
- Publication date: October 2013
- Number of pages: 176
- Weight: 229 g
Editorial review
This is a work of great interest for those seeking to delve into the theoretical foundations of geography and its relationship with philosophy. Although it was written in 1952 and initially went unnoticed, its rediscovery has made it a reference text for understanding the evolution of geographic thought. Dardel offers an original and rigorous perspective that invites us to rethink the connection between the human being and the territory, being especially valuable for academics and advanced students who wish to explore phenomenological approaches in the social sciences.