The Traveller's Guide to Classical Philosophy
$20.85
- Paperback
192 pages
- Release Date
10 January 2019
Summary
The Greeks were the first to ask and discuss in a rational way two fundamental questions that never cease to concern thinking human beings: what is the nature of the universe, and what can I make of my brief time in it? Their answers, developed between the 8th century BC and the 4th century AD, are as relevant today as they were in ancient times.
In this clear and evocative account, John Gaskin unfolds the thinking about nature, life, death and other worlds that informed the culture a…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9780500294734 |
|---|---|
| ISBN-10: | 0500294739 |
| Author: | John Gaskin |
| Publisher: | Thames & Hudson Ltd |
| Imprint: | Thames & Hudson Ltd |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Number of Pages: | 192 |
| Release Date: | 10 January 2019 |
| Weight: | 190g |
| Dimensions: | 128mm x 198mm |
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‘A great idea, smartly executed … You’ll never confuse a Stoic with a Cynic again’ - Independent‘One of my favourite discoveries in the last twelve months’ - Juxtabook‘Clear and evocative … a delightful book … It is written with a light and witty touch but you will be the wiser for reading it’ - Timeless Travels
About The Author
John Gaskin
John Gaskin, formerly professor of Naturalistic Philosophy at Trinity College Dublin, frequently lectures on cruises to the classical sites of the Aegean.
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