Antiquity

In ‘The Lives and Theories of Eminent Philosophers, ‘ Diogenes Laertius meticulously compiles biographies and doctrines of ancient philosophers, offering invaluable insight into the intellectual land …

In ‘The Lives and Theories of Eminent Philosophers, ‘ Diogenes Laertius presents an unparalleled compendium of philosophical thought from ancient Greece, meticulously chronicling the lives and doctri …

In ‘Cicero’s Tusculan Disputations, ‘ Marcus Tullius Cicero engages in a profound exploration of philosophical questions surrounding human existence, distress, and the pursuit of happiness. Composed …

Confucius’ ‘The Great Learning & The Commentary by Tsang’ is an essential text in the field of Confucian philosophy, offering a profound exploration of the moral teachings and ethical principles cent …

Plato’s great discovery was radically new but has echoed down the ages. His “theory of Ideas” has shaped the whole of Western culture and his name is known worldwide. More than 2000 years ago Plato u …

In ‘Sextus Empiricus and Greek Scepticism, ‘ Mary Mills Patrick provides a comprehensive analysis of the philosophical contributions of Sextus Empiricus, a pivotal figure in the development of Skepti …

In ‘Thoughts of Marcus Aurelius Antoninus, ‘ Marcus Aurelius, the Stoic philosopher and Roman Emperor, offers a profound introspection into the human condition through a collection of personal writin …

Excerpt: ‘In the first chapter ‘History of Greek Poetry, ‘ Schlegel speaks of the religious rites and mysteries of the primitive Greeks, and of the Orphic poetry to which they gave rise. Contrary to …

In ‘Plato’s Doctrine Respecting the Rotation of the Earth and Aristotle’s Comment Upon That Doctrine, ‘ George Grote undertakes a meticulous examination of ancient philosophical discourses regarding …

In ‘The Philosophy of Marcus Aurelius, ‘ readers are invited to immerse themselves in a profound exploration of Stoicism and its enduring influence on contemporary thought. This anthology presents a …