Introduction to Presocratics
Giannis Stamatellos
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Introduction to Presocratics
Published
2012
Publisher
Wiley-Blackwell
Pages
162
ISBN-13
9780470655023
Description
Despite what is commonly taught, Western philosophy did not begin with Socrates. The roots of Western philosophy and science, in fact, run much deeper than this watershed philosophical figure -- to a series of innovative Greek thinkers of the 6th and 5th century BCE. Introduction to Presocratics presents a succinct introduction to early Greek thought by following a thematic exposition of the topics and enquiries explored by the first philosophers of the Western tradition. Ionian figures such as Thales, Anaximander, Anaximenes, Xenophanes, Heraclitus, and Pythagoras are covered; Eleatics such as Parmenides and Zeno; Pluralists or Neo-Ionians such as Empedocles, Anaxagoras and Democritus. Key areas of Presocratic philosophy are addressed, including principles, cosmos, being, soul, knowledge, and ethics. A brief account of the legacy and reception of the Presocratics in later philosophical traditions is also included. Also featured is an original translation of the main Presocratic fragments by renowned Classics Professor Rosemary Wright. Introduction to Presocratics offers illuminating insights into the true pioneers of philosophical thought in the Western tradition.
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This edition of Introduction to Presocratics has approximately 162 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
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For most readers, Introduction to Presocratics typically takes between 3h 23m and 2h 15m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 40,500 words and common reading speeds.
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Who is the author of Introduction to Presocratics?
Introduction to Presocratics was written by Giannis Stamatellos.
When was Introduction to Presocratics published?
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