Classical Philosophy: A Contemporary Introduction (Routledge Contemporary Introductions to Philosophy)

✍ Scribed by Christopher Shields

Publisher: Routledge
Year: 2003
Tongue: English
Leaves: 162
Series: Routledge Contemporary Introductions to Philosophy
Edition: 1
Category: Library

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✦ Synopsis

Classical Philosophy is a comprehensive examination of early philosophy from the presocratics through to Aristotle. The aim of the book is to provide an explanation and analysis of the ideas that flourished at this time and considers their relevance both to the historical development of philosophy and to contemporary philosophy today. From these ideas we can see the roots of arguments in metaphysics, epistemology, ethics and political philosophy. The book is arranged in four parts by thinker and covers: The Presocratics Socrates Plato Aristotle Christopher Shields' style is inviting, refreshing and ideal for anyone coming to the subject for the first time. He provides a balanced account of the central topics and ideas that emerged from the period and includes helpful further reading and chapter overviews.

✦ Table of Contents

Book cover......Page 1
Half title......Page 2
Series title......Page 4
Title......Page 6
Copyright......Page 7
Dedication......Page 8
Contents......Page 10
Preface......Page 11
Acknowledgements......Page 14
1. Philosophy before Socrates......Page 16
2. Socrates......Page 44
3. Plato......Page 68
4. Aristotle......Page 113
Suggestions for further reading......Page 151
Index......Page 158

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