Crofton Black Livres

The most remarkable records of human endeavor set side by side in the Schoenberg Collection. The purpose behind this catalog is not only to give their particulars but also to sketch their role in the history of ideas. The reflection of this history in the material gathered here spans over four thousand years, from the practice of arithmetic in Babylon in the third millennium BC to a report on submarine detection experiments in 1919. Manuscripts, properly speaking, are not rare; they are unique. Each one provides a snapshot of one or more individuals grappling with the intellectual problems of their time.

The book explores Giovanni Pico della Mirandola's innovative theory of biblical allegory, drawing on Neoplatonic and Kabbalistic concepts. It delves into his epistemological approach and the notion of intellectual ascent, highlighting its relevance to the scholastic debates surrounding the intellect's function. Through this lens, the study reveals how Pico's ideas contributed to the understanding of biblical interpretation in a philosophical context.

The work features a collaboration between a British photographer and a counterterrorism investigator, presenting a powerful visual and documentary exploration of modern warfare. Through a collection of photographs and documents, it delves into the unseen aspects of state control and the implications of contemporary military actions, prompting reflection on the realities of conflict and surveillance in today's world.