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The Stoic And The Epicurean Systems Of Morals

The Stoic And The Epicurean Systems Of Morals

Riley, Woodbridge

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ISBN10: 1162890738
ISBN13: 9781162890739
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 48
Weight: 0.17
Height: 0.10 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The book The Stoic And The Epicurean Systems Of Morals by Riley and Woodbridge is a comprehensive examination of the two major philosophical systems of ancient Greece - Stoicism and Epicureanism. The book provides a detailed analysis of the key tenets of each philosophy, including their views on ethics, happiness, and the nature of reality.The authors explore the historical context in which these philosophies emerged, tracing their development from the early Greek philosophers to the Hellenistic period. They also examine the influence of these philosophies on later thinkers, including the Roman Stoics and the Renaissance humanists.The book is divided into two parts, with the first section focusing on Stoicism and the second on Epicureanism. Each section includes chapters that delve into the various aspects of each philosophy, such as the Stoic concept of virtue and the Epicurean notion of pleasure.Throughout the book, the authors provide a balanced and nuanced perspective on each philosophy, highlighting their strengths and weaknesses and exploring their relevance to contemporary ethical debates. The book is written in a clear and accessible style, making it an excellent resource for students of philosophy and anyone interested in the history of ideas.THIS 48 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Men and Morals the Story of Ethics, by Woodbridge Riley. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1417913355.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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