The Memory Palace of Matteo Ricci - Book by Jonathan D. Spence

Name: The Memory Palace of Matteo Ricci
Author: Jonathan D. Spence

Jonathan D. Spence explores the life of Matteo Ricci, a Jesuit missionary who introduced Western ideas to China in the late 16th century. Spence uses Ricci’s mnemonic devices—the “memory palace”—as a framework to delve into his encounters with Chinese culture and intellectuals. The book offers a richly detailed account of cross-cultural exchange, highlighting Ricci’s efforts to bridge East and West through language, science, and faith.

Microhistory
China

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