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In ‘Of the Nature of Things, ‘ T. Lucretius Carus presents a seminal work that intertwines poetic elegance with philosophical inquiry, fundamentally rooted in Epicurean thought. The poem delves into …

‘The early philosophers as a rule formulated the originative principle (arche) of all things under some material expression. By the originative principle or element of things they meant that of which …

In ‘Sextus Empiricus and Greek Scepticism, ‘ Mary Mills Patrick deftly navigates the intricate landscape of ancient skepticism, illuminating the contributions of Sextus Empiricus, a pivotal figure in …

In ‘What Have the Greeks Done for Modern Civilisation?’, J. P. Mahaffy meticulously explores the profound influence of ancient Greek culture on contemporary society. This work deftly intertwines hist …

In ‘Aristotle, ‘ A. E. Taylor delivers a comprehensive and critical examination of one of history’s most pivotal philosophers, illuminating the intricate tapestry of Aristotle’s thought. Taylor’s nar …

Diogenes Laertius’ ‘The Lives and Opinions of Eminent Philosophers’ serves as a seminal compendium detailing the life stories and philosophical contributions of ancient thinkers, from Socrates to Epi …

Arrian Epictetus’s ‘Enchiridion & The Discourses of Epictetus’ serves as a profound entry point into Stoic philosophy, encapsulating the teachings of the great Stoic philosopher Epictetus as imparted …

In ‘On Old Age’ (Cicero de Senectute), Marcus Tullius Cicero explores the philosophical reflections on aging and the intrinsic value of old age. Written in a dialogue format reminiscent of Greek trad …

In ‘The Meditations of the Emperor Marcus Aurelius Antoninus’, readers are invited into the introspective mind of one of history’s most revered rulers. Written in Greek, this work is not a formal tre …

In ‘On the Nature of Things, ‘ Titus Lucretius Carus masterfully articulates the philosophy of Epicureanism through a richly poetic lens. This didactic poem, composed in six books, explores the funda …