This book investigates the evolution of philosophical thought in the first century BC, a period marked by a shift from established Hellenistic schools to a more varied and experimental intellectual landscape. The volume brings together leading scholars to reconstruct the key features of this transformed environment, examining central Greek thinkers and Cicero's engagement with Plato. It highlights the renewed focus on Aristotle's Categories and Plato's Timaeus, offering an indispensable resource for understanding the history of Platonism and Aristotelianism during this pivotal era.

This collection is recognized as an indispensable resource for scholars and students of classical philosophy. The contributors, a strong international team of leading scholars, offer an up-to-date overview of a less understood period in ancient thought. The focus on the renewed study of key texts like Aristotle's Categories and Plato's Timaeus is particularly noted as a significant outcome of the discussions. The volume provides a comprehensive look at the diverse and experimental philosophical scene that emerged after the dominance of Hellenistic schools.