With a new introduction by James Warren, W.K.C. Guthrie's book "The Greek Philosophers" is one of the clearest and best introductions to ancient Greek philosophy for non-specialists. It offers a brilliant picture of the hidden foundations of Greek philosophy – foundations that support Western thought today.
Guthrie explores the great era of Greek philosophy – from Thales to Aristotle – combining completeness with brevity. He analyzes the ideas and arguments of Plato and Aristotle based on their predecessors rather than their successors, and describes the characteristics of Greek thought, emphasizing what he calls their "cultural ground" of ideas. Additionally, he highlights the achievements of thinkers like Pythagoras, who are often overlooked in modern references to Greek philosophy.
Combining philosophical insight and historical sensitivity, "The Greek Philosophers" provides new readers with an excellent introduction to the greatest thinkers of ancient Greek philosophy and the very roots of Western thought.
- Pages: 176
- Dimensions: 12.9x12.9cm
Manufacturer
Edition
- Cover
- Soft
- Number of Pages
- 156
- Dimensions
- 12.9x19.8 cm
- Release Date
- -
- Publication Date
- 2013
Content
- Philosophical Movement/School
- Ancient Greek Philosophy
- Reader Level
- for Beginners
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