The New Map of the World

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Giambattista Vico's ideas resonate profoundly with contemporary issues of social and educational divisiveness. Giuseppe Mazzotta, a prominent Italianist, delves into Vico's complex thought, emphasizing the significance of poetry and "writerliness" in his educational vision, which intertwines literature, history, religion, philosophy, and politics. This work stands out as the first comprehensive interpretation of Vico's creativity since Benedetto Croce's 1911 analysis, offering insights into how Vico's philosophy can illuminate modern social challenges.