1st Edition

The Ancient Commentators on Plato and Aristotle

By Miira Tuominen Copyright 2009
256 Pages
by Routledge

256 Pages
by Routledge

256 Pages
by Routledge

In late antiquity the works of Plato and Aristotle were subject to intense study, which eventually led to the development of a new literary form, the philosophical commentary. Until recently these commentaries were understood chiefly as sources of information for the masters - Plato and Aristotle - they commented upon. However, in recent years, it has become increasingly acknowledged that the... Read more
Acknowledgements 1. Introduction 2. Epistemology 3. Science and logic 4. Physics 5. Psychology: perception and intellect 6. Metaphysics 7. Ethics Chronology Glossary of names Guide to further reading Bibliography Index

Biography

Miira Tuominen