The Ancient Commentators on Plato and Aristotle by Miira Tuominen Paperback Book

Description: The Ancient Commentators on Plato and Aristotle by Miira Tuominen In late antiquity the works of Plato and Aristotle were subject to intense study, which eventually led to the development of a new literary form, the philosophical commentary. This book presents an introduction to the philosophy of the commentators: their way of doing philosophy and the kind of philosophical problems they found interesting. FORMAT Paperback CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description In late antiquity the works of Plato and Aristotle were subject to intense study, which eventually led to the development of a new literary form, the philosophical commentary. Until recently these commentaries were understood chiefly as sources of information for the masters - Plato and Aristotle - they commented upon. However, in recent years, it has become increasingly acknowledged that the commentators themselves - Aspasius, Alexander, Themistius, Porphyry, Proclus, Philoponus, Simplicius and others - even though they worked in the Platonist - Aristotelian framework, contributed to this tradition in original, innovative and significant ways such that their commentaries are philosophically important sources in their own right. This book provides the first systematic introduction to the philosophy of the commentators: their way of doing philosophy and the kind of philosophical problems they found interesting.Although there was no philosophy of the commentators in the sense of a definite set of doctrines, Tuominen shows how the commentary format was nevertheless a vehicle for original philosophical theorizing and argues convincingly that the commentators should take their place alongside other philosophers of antiquity in the history of western philosophy Author Biography Miira Tuominen is is a postdoctoral researcher in the department of philosophy at the University of Helsinki. Table of Contents Acknowledgements 1. Introduction 2. Epistemology 3. Science and logic 4. Physics 5. Psychology: perception and intellect 6. Metaphysics 7. Ethics Chronology Glossary of names Guide to further reading Bibliography Index Review A"he ancient commentators have attracted increasing attention in the last three decades, but it is only now with the publication of Miira Tuominens book that we have the first systematic introduction to their philosophy. The book makes accessible five centuries of philosophical thinking, identifies with crystal clarity the philosophical problems that concerned the commentators and discusses them with historical accuracy and philosophical sophistication. It shows the significance of this period of philosophy and highlights the philosophical calibre of the commentators. It will be indispensable to all students of ancient philosophy.A" - George Karamanolis, University of Crete "Tuominen has written a welcome introduction to the Ancient Commentators that suits its intended student audience very well. The main narrative offers a convenient way into the continued engagement with Platonic and Aristotelian philosophy. It is a great starting-point to learn about the philosophical thought of late antiquity." - Han Baltussen, University of Adelaide Details ISBN1844651630 Author Miira Tuominen Pages 256 Series Ancient Philosophies Year 2009 ISBN-10 1844651630 ISBN-13 9781844651634 Format Paperback Imprint Acumen Publishing Ltd Country of Publication United Kingdom DEWEY 184 Publication Date 2009-04-27 Place of Publication Durham Publisher Taylor & Francis Ltd Short Title ANCIENT COMMENTATORS ON PLATO Media Book UK Release Date 2009-04-27 AU Release Date 2009-04-27 NZ Release Date 2009-04-27 Alternative 9781844651627 Audience Tertiary & Higher Education We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:158434961;

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