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For many centuries, Aristotle's Physics was the essential starting point for anyone who wished to study the natural sciences. Now, in the first translation into English since 1930, Aristotle's thought is presented accurately, with a lucid introduction and extensive notes to explain the general structure of each section of the book, and shed light on particular problems. It simplifies and expands the style of the original, making for easier reading and better comprehension.
Aristotle’s Physics investigates the fundamental principles of nature, change, and motion that govern the physical world. As a foundational text of Western natural philosophy, this work establishes the framework for understanding causality, time, and the infinite. The author utilizes a systematic, logical approach to categorize the elements of existence, providing a basis for scientific inquiry that dominated intellectual discourse for nearly two millennia.
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Scholars and historians of science regard this text as a foundational document for understanding the development of Western thought. Readers frequently note the density of the prose, which requires careful study to grasp the nuances of Aristotelian terminology.
Page Count:
384
Publication Date:
1996-03-28
Publisher:
Oxford University Press
ISBN-10:
0192823108
ISBN-13:
9780192823106