Two of the most brilliant minds that ever lived. They passed away about 7-8 years before I was born, and I cherish their works with every fiber of my soul. Thank you, Will and Ariel Durant, for dedicating your lives to educating the world for years to come. ❤
@@tejasdeepsingh456 It's medium readable. Size can scare, but if you get rhythm its more-less straightforward. If you think of it through time spent/revenue ratio it's not worth. However, it is joy to read whole series from my perspective.
Whenever I feel anxious over the polarisation, tumult and confusion of our time I return to the Durants! It always works. The amount of respect In have for these people is beyond words.
What would they say about “our time”? Would they recognize that the divide is driven by massive technological changes more profound than the impact of the printing press that brought 100 years of war?
What a legacy. Thousands of important stories that teach us an important lesson. The story of the Zealots, for instance. Shows us how religion can make us crazy.
A few pages of the Durants a day, read in quiet contemplation-- the perfect antidote to the mind numbing junk food coming across our device screens via social media. To be able to sit with the Durants at a dinner table for an evening of conversation-- what an elevation of the soul that would bring!
I took care of patients in a mental facility named Harmony House in the corners of Rosecrans and Normandie, Gardena California, back in the 90s. The place was shut down by California Department of Health and the patients were moved to other facilities. Many of them left books behind, which were heading to the trash 🗑 can. I spotted one which called my attention: The Age of Faith by Will Durant. I still have it and is part of my book collection.
Still my favorite series of all time, sometimes I find myself wanting a updated version to recent history. Then I realize this would just sadden me and cause a loss of faith in humanity lol. Miss you Will and Ariel, glad you didn’t have to see what those cultures that seemed so bright and promising and optimistic at the end of the series have become in modern times
I learned about philosophy by getting caught in a rainstorm ~LOL~, truly. I was about 20 years old at the time and was walking down a busy boulevard when the skies opened up and a torrential rain began to fall. I ducked into the first store I could and hoped to wait out the storm and it turned out to be a bookstore. Being a book lover anyway I began to peruse the stacks and just happened to see _The Story Of Philosophy_ by Will smiling out at me. It occurred to me that I knew little more about philosophy than the standard Socrates, Plato, Aristotle stuff I was forced to learn in high school so, out of a passing interest, I started to read the book. Well, long story short - I wound up buying the book and it served to launch my own journey into this fascinating subject. I will go further than that: It changed my life. I have since purchased and read other books by Will and Ariel (just love that name - _ARIEL_ ). I now own two entire sets of _The Story Of Civilization_ , one of them in mint condition with jackets and signed which no one is allowed to touch, and the other which is my "working copy".
10:07 Mrs. Ariel Durant was a gypsy wild child. :) who knew? The total opposite of the majestic Mr. Will Durant. What a wonderful couple such dreamy blend. Will Durant was a gift to mankind.
I just subscribed myself on this channel, and this jewel here did it. Great documentary on one of the greatest philosopheres, and historians of out time !!!!!!!
"I don't apologize for my enjoyment of the flesh." "I wish you were as happy as I am." "I've been reasonably faithful to you, don't you think?" "You have to be 86 to know what love is." "These days, they think of love solely in terms of the body.... The soul doesn't have to be agitated, the body comes at a very low price." "We too had bodies that were desirous and longing." "It may be envy that makes the old think that the young know nothing." "I've met so many fine people that I've almost lost my faith in the wickedness of mankind." "If we gave in to all our secret instincts we'd still be savages and barbarians." "I'm controlling myself at this moment. Let's go home." Heaven would include Sunday afternoon picnics with these two.
I love and adore these 2! Someone needs to use a time machine and get them a kindle! In all seriousness, I was a 70s kid and remember and cherish their works... I have all the works on kindle and Audible..plus a handful of actual hard covers from old book stores....this is a great little contemporary doc on their life in the late 70s, great stuff!
Oh how I wish they could be writing books about our current world with the geopolitical focus on the middle east and asia. Elon Musk will surely be one of those mini-biographies in one of those chapters....been reading their books over the past two years. on last one now...age of napoleon. then I will re-read them again
@@lawolsten It was VERY long and the latter part of it involving the conflict between Christianity and the growth of learning was the most interesting.
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Yes, this video is boring and almost meaningless considering the enthusiasm with which I clicked it and even gave it a thumbs up before actually seing it. That said, it is still a good and positive development, because I love the works of these two love birds, and the video has offered some more insight into who exactly these two are, which should further help in contextualizing their works.
lost treasure..... U.S lost both fertile minds .... and Now Barren Land where cactus grow.... yes their books are with us.... will we study to grow fruits on barren lands otherwise ..... Annihilation...
Muhammad caused his own demise; he was a Robber of Caravans, a pedophile, a false prophet who had no respect for the Jewish or Christian Faith and he was a murderer. One only needs to read hissayings and read the Hadith!
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Two of the most brilliant minds that ever lived. They passed away about 7-8 years before I was born, and I cherish their works with every fiber of my soul. Thank you, Will and Ariel Durant, for dedicating your lives to educating the world for years to come. ❤
I have become thirsty for knowledge as a result of these two...God bless their soul
I haven't started only because of it's size and I don't know how readable it is
@@tejasdeepsingh456
It's medium readable.
Size can scare, but if you get rhythm its more-less straightforward.
If you think of it through time spent/revenue ratio it's not worth.
However, it is joy to read whole series from my perspective.
Whenever I feel anxious over the polarisation, tumult and confusion of our time I return to the Durants! It always works. The amount of respect In have for these people is beyond words.
What would they say about “our time”? Would they recognize that the divide is driven by massive technological changes more profound than the impact of the printing press that brought 100 years of war?
What a legacy. Thousands of important stories that teach us an important lesson. The story of the Zealots, for instance. Shows us how religion can make us crazy.
@@richgoscicki1601 and on the other hand, he would also address the danger of when religion ebbs away.
The Zealots is the story of eighth century Christian monks sacrificed their heads because they were insulted by the ruling Mohammedan fanatics
@@richgoscicki1601 how about the Puritan jihadists who sacrificed members of their community because they thought they were witches.
A few pages of the Durants a day, read in quiet contemplation-- the perfect antidote to the mind numbing junk food coming across our device screens via social media. To be able to sit with the Durants at a dinner table for an evening of conversation-- what an elevation of the soul that would bring!
The Story of Civilization, is nothing short of a masterpiece.
I took care of patients in a mental facility named Harmony House in the corners of Rosecrans and Normandie, Gardena California, back in the 90s. The place was shut down by California Department of Health and the patients were moved to other facilities. Many of them left books behind, which were heading to the trash 🗑 can. I spotted one which called my attention: The Age of Faith by Will Durant. I still have it and is part of my book collection.
Their multi volume set of Early Civilization has been a joy to read mist of my life. Easy reading and well written. An amazing accomplishment.
What a wonderful example of wit and intelligence. They complimented each other very well.
Waw ! 40 years to write this priceless gift to all humanity
Still my favorite series of all time, sometimes I find myself wanting a updated version to recent history. Then I realize this would just sadden me and cause a loss of faith in humanity lol. Miss you Will and Ariel, glad you didn’t have to see what those cultures that seemed so bright and promising and optimistic at the end of the series have become in modern times
The Durants would be appalled these days
Wonderful, I found Mr Durant in my 40’s, I wish my mind had been awake in my 20’s. I adore this man and he has inspired me to learn.
I love you, Will Durant. My spiritual master.
The consummate historian and philosopher at once the Durants and never have a co equal regarding such magnitude correctness and depth
What a remarkable pair! I feel so honored and privileged to be able to read their wonderful books!
I learned about philosophy by getting caught in a rainstorm ~LOL~, truly. I was about 20 years old at the time and was walking down a busy boulevard when the skies opened up and a torrential rain began to fall. I ducked into the first store I could and hoped to wait out the storm and it turned out to be a bookstore. Being a book lover anyway I began to peruse the stacks and just happened to see _The Story Of Philosophy_ by Will smiling out at me. It occurred to me that I knew little more about philosophy than the standard Socrates, Plato, Aristotle stuff I was forced to learn in high school so, out of a passing interest, I started to read the book. Well, long story short - I wound up buying the book and it served to launch my own journey into this fascinating subject. I will go further than that: It changed my life. I have since purchased and read other books by Will and Ariel (just love that name - _ARIEL_ ). I now own two entire sets of _The Story Of Civilization_ , one of them in mint condition with jackets and signed which no one is allowed to touch, and the other which is my "working copy".
What do you do for work ?
@@leonkratos Today I am a retired old man, so to answer your question, for work I do as little as possible.
WOW! I am so impressed to see him with his wonderful wife.RIP to both and their great daughter
Will Durante, um dos meus autores preferidos, que não cheguei a conhecer. Tenho dois livros dele. Saudades! 😢
10:07
Mrs. Ariel Durant was a gypsy wild child. :) who knew? The total opposite of the majestic Mr. Will Durant. What a wonderful couple such dreamy blend. Will Durant was a gift to mankind.
Splendid.
Love the opening remarks by Mr. Durant as regards purpose and so on.
I just subscribed myself on this channel, and this jewel here did it. Great documentary on one of the greatest philosopheres, and historians of out time !!!!!!!
This lovely film should be remastered.
What a delightful biography
"I don't apologize for my enjoyment of the flesh." "I wish you were as happy as I am." "I've been reasonably faithful to you, don't you think?"
"You have to be 86 to know what love is." "These days, they think of love solely in terms of the body.... The soul doesn't have to be agitated, the body comes at a very low price." "We too had bodies that were desirous and longing." "It may be envy that makes the old think that the young know nothing."
"I've met so many fine people that I've almost lost my faith in the wickedness of mankind." "If we gave in to all our secret instincts we'd still be savages and barbarians." "I'm controlling myself at this moment. Let's go home."
Heaven would include Sunday afternoon picnics with these two.
Amazing! Thank you for uploading
I’m lucky enough to own this entire series of books… I’m halfway through the first!
Hardcore History brought me here...
Thank you ... for this video... God bless you
… Even more intrigued after having looked at both horoscopes!
I love and adore these 2! Someone needs to use a time machine and get them a kindle! In all seriousness, I was a 70s kid and remember and cherish their works... I have all the works on kindle and Audible..plus a handful of actual hard covers from old book stores....this is a great little contemporary doc on their life in the late 70s, great stuff!
Oh how I wish they could be writing books about our current world with the geopolitical focus on the middle east and asia. Elon Musk will surely be one of those mini-biographies in one of those chapters....been reading their books over the past two years. on last one now...age of napoleon. then I will re-read them again
How do i read story of civilization? A chapter a day?/ Or how should i approach this great, yet voluminous work?
Elon musk sent me in a quest here.
Same here
❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
I'm almost done reading The Age of Voltaire. At 800 pages it's quite a long read but it's very interesting and extremely well-written.
How was it David?
Would you advise that one should proceed with their works in chronological order?
@@lawolsten It was VERY long and the latter part of it involving the conflict between Christianity and the growth of learning was the most interesting.
I love how Durant admits he actually enjoys the age of pornography😂
The Durants
Elon Musk sent me here.
Dito
oh, he recommended it? that's cool. been chipping away at it in audiobook form for a year now
Same here 🖐
7:06 what did he say there??
I suppose it's easier for a Frenchman to be a pagan
@@augustoandrade2295 this was the sentence after .. I want the previous one please
@@desertknights5003 I'm the unregenerate pagan
@@augustoandrade2295 yes it's this thanks a lot my friend
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TEST= moT heR=❤️🔥ewe, buch deR VenisoN hArT 👅👈staG Seben♾️
"Providence has given to the En🐳glish the empire of the sea❤️🔥, to the Frenc♊️ that of the land, to the Germans that of-the👅air💨SaG"
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G Durust hai
24:20
They look alien to me ,like from another planet
i am unsure his wife was a woman
Yes, this video is boring and almost meaningless considering the enthusiasm with which I clicked it and even gave it a thumbs up before actually seing it.
That said, it is still a good and positive development, because I love the works of these two love birds, and the video has offered some more insight into who exactly these two are, which should further help in contextualizing their works.
Haha
Whew.. Perfectly said. I feel my sentiments will be the same. You got me out at 4:56. Thanks for commenting. Agreed.. Beautiful People.
A marriage with either Mr. Burger or Mr. Money.
seriously, is that a female or an operative
lost treasure.....
U.S lost both fertile minds ....
and
Now
Barren Land where cactus grow....
yes their books are with us....
will we study to grow fruits on barren lands otherwise .....
Annihilation...
Its books have smeared MUHAMMAD
what do you want to do a jahad pittiful muslim
Muhammad caused his own demise; he was a Robber of Caravans, a pedophile, a false prophet who had no respect for the Jewish or Christian Faith and he was a murderer. One only needs to read hissayings and read the Hadith!
In what way?
Interesting...and boring.