Author Description
The influence of Aristotle, the prince of philosophers, on the intellectual history of the West is second to none. In this book Jonathan Barnes examines Aristotle's scientific researches, his discoveries in logic and his metaphysical theories, his work in psychology and in ethics and politics, and his ideas about art and poetry, placing his teachings in their historical context. ABOUT THE SERIES: The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press contains hundreds of titles in almost every subject area. These pocket-sized books are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly. Our expert authors combine facts, analysis, perspective, new ideas, and enthusiasm to make interesting and challenging topics highly readable.
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THE THESIS
This book investigates the foundational contributions of Aristotle to Western intellectual history and the enduring relevance of his philosophical framework. Jonathan Barnes, a distinguished scholar of ancient philosophy, synthesizes Aristotle's vast body of work into a concise overview. He evaluates the philosopher's scientific methodology, logical discoveries, and metaphysical theories while situating these ideas within the specific historical context of ancient Greece.
THE SCOPE MAP
What You Will Find
- An overview of Aristotelian logic and scientific inquiry
- Analysis of metaphysical, psychological, and ethical theories
- Examination of political philosophy and aesthetic concepts
Scope Limits
- Does not provide a comprehensive line-by-line commentary on every Aristotelian text
- Excludes extensive biographical details outside of his intellectual development
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
Experts recognize this text as a reliable and accessible entry point for students and general readers seeking to understand the breadth of Aristotelian thought. Readers frequently note that the prose is dense yet efficient, successfully distilling complex philosophical concepts into a manageable format.
Page Count:
177
Publication Date:
2000-01-01
ISBN-10:
0191606553
ISBN-13:
9780191606557
Philosophy
History
Biography
Ancient Philosophy
History & Surveys
Academic
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