This volume investigates the comprehensive philosophical system, historical context, and enduring intellectual influence of the Neoplatonist philosopher Proclus. The authors, Marije Martijn and Pieter d'Hoine, synthesize existing scholarship to provide a structured overview of Proclus' life and his complex metaphysical framework. By examining his primary texts and historical reception, the book establishes a clear entry point for understanding his role as a pivotal figure in late Antiquity.

Scholars and students of late antique philosophy recognize this work as a primary reference for navigating the dense, technical nature of Proclus' writings. The text is frequently cited for its clarity in organizing complex Neoplatonic concepts for both academic researchers and advanced students.