Giovanni G. B. Vico

Giovanni G. B. Vico (1668–1744) was an Italian philosopher and historian known for his ideas on the development of human societies. He proposed that history follows a cyclical pattern, consisting of three stages: the age of gods, the age of heroes, and the age of humans. Vico emphasized the importance of culture, language, and collective memory in shaping societies. His work laid the groundwork for modern social sciences and influenced thinkers in history, philosophy, and literature. Vico’s key idea was that understanding history requires a comprehension of human nature and the context in which people live.