Stolen Legacy
“Stolen Legacy” by George G. M. James, published by Neeland Media on June 12, 2019, is a thought-provoking examination of the origins of Greek philosophy. In this 144-page work, James argues that the foundations of Greek philosophical thought were derived from Ancient Egypt, asserting that these ideas were appropriated by Greek philosophers without proper acknowledgment. He supports his claims by discussing historical events, such as Alexander the Great’s invasion of Egypt and the sacking of the Royal Library at Alexandria, which he contends led to the theft of significant Egyptian documents.
Readers will find a detailed exploration of the connections between Ancient Greece and Egypt, as James delves into the influences that shaped Greek civilization and philosophy. He presents evidence suggesting that notable figures like Pythagoras and Plato were educated in Egypt, further reinforcing his argument about the Egyptian roots of their ideas. This edition is printed on premium acid-free paper, ensuring a durable reading experience for those interested in history, social history, and the philosophical developments of ancient civilizations.
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First published in 1954, “Stolen Legacy” is the thought-provoking and controversial book by George G. M. James, a Guyanese-American historian and author. James makes the argument that Greek philosophy originated in Ancient Egypt, rather than Greece and was stolen and used without acknowledgement by Greek philosophers. In support of his premise, James contends that when Alexander the Great invaded Egypt and sacked the Royal Library at Alexandria he stole many important Egyptian documents and these stolen ideas were then used by famous Greek philosophers, such as Aristotle, without credit being given to the Egyptians. He also argues that Pythagorus and Plato studied in Egypt as evidence that their ideas were Egyptian in origin. While James’s ideas were met with much skepticism when they were first published, many of his ideas have since influenced historians who have found Egyptian influences in many aspects of Greek culture and thought. This edition is printed on premium acid-free paper.
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