The Cambridge Companion to Aristotle by Jonathan Barnes (English) Hardcover Book

Description: The Cambridge Companion to Aristotle by Jonathan Barnes Aristotle is one of the very greatest thinkers in the Western tradition, but also one of the most difficult. The contributors to this volume do not attempt to disguise the nature of that difficulty, but at the same time they offer a clear exposition of the central philosophical concerns in his work. FORMAT Hardcover LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Aristotle is one of the greatest thinkers in the Western tradition, but also one of the most difficult. The contributors to this volume do not attempt to disguise the nature of that difficulty, but at the same time they offer a clear exposition of the central philosophical concerns in his work. Approaches and methods vary and the volume editor has not imposed any single interpretation, but has rather allowed differences of interpretation to stand. Table of Contents Introduction: Aristotles writings; 1. Life and work Jonathan Barnes; 2. Logic Robin Smith; 3. Metaphysics Jonathan Barnes; 4. Philosophy of science R. J. Hankinson; 5. Science R. J. Hankinson; 6. Psychology Stephen Everson; 7. Ethics D. S. Hutchinson; 8. Politics C. C. W. Taylor; 9. Rhetoric and poetics Jonathan Barnes. Review "This lively collection serves its purpose well." Ethics "...a clear, concise, well organized, comprehensive treatment of Aristotles philosophy." Howard J. Curzer, Canadian Philosophical Review "The book is above all an inspring and informative guide for philosophically ambitious students of Aristotle, but even a more advanced reader finds much of interest and pleasure in it." Bryn Mawr Classical Review "The Cambridge Companion to Aristotle is a must read for any Aristotelian scholar, but it is also beneficial to a reader with little knowledge of ancient thought. This is a great value for anyones library." Steve W. Lamke, The Theological Educator Promotional The most accessible and comprehensive guide to Aristotle currently available. Review Quote "This lively collection serves its purpose well."Ethics Promotional "Headline" The most accessible and comprehensive guide to Aristotle currently available. Description for Bookstore Aristotle is one of the very greatest thinkers in the Western tradition, but also one of the most difficult. The contributors to this volume do not attempt to disguise the nature of that difficulty, but at the same time they offer a clear exposition of the central philosophical concerns in his work. Description for Library Aristotle is one of the very greatest thinkers in the Western tradition, but also one of the most difficult. The contributors to this volume do not attempt to disguise the nature of that difficulty, but at the same time they offer a clear exposition of the central philosophical concerns in his work. Details ISBN0521411335 Short Title CAMBRIDGE COMPANION TO ARISTOT Pages 436 Publisher Cambridge University Press Language English ISBN-10 0521411335 ISBN-13 9780521411332 Media Book Format Hardcover DEWEY 185 Year 1995 Series Cambridge Companions to Philosophy Imprint Cambridge University Press Place of Publication Cambridge Country of Publication United Kingdom Edited by Jonathan Barnes Illustrations further reading list, bibliography, index Birth 1942 Author Jonathan Barnes DOI 10.1604/9780521411332 UK Release Date 1995-01-27 AU Release Date 1995-01-27 NZ Release Date 1995-01-27 Publication Date 1995-01-27 Alternative 9780521422949 Audience Professional & Vocational We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:91376839;

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