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Chargement... Hellenistic Philosophy (édition 2018)par John Sellars (Auteur)
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John Sellars lays out his goals clearly at the start of the preface. He thinks of his audience as “those new to the subject,” and he aims “to introduce some of the central philosophical preoccupations of Hellenistic philosophers…with an eye towards topics that remain of interest to philosophers today” (p. ix). Sellars writes clearly and engagingly, he covers a wide range of philosophical topics and schools. In addition, he generally avoids two dangers that threaten all introductory books: Sellars does not simplify the material so much that it becomes bland, and he does not overwhelm novices with too much detail or too many qualifications. In sum, Sellars accomplishes his stated goals.
The Hellenistic period was a rich and exciting time for philosophy. It saw the birth of two new schools of thought, Epicureanism and Stoicism, and important developments in Plato's Academy. Aristotelians and Cynics were also active during the period, all of which created a vibrantphilosophical landscape.Many of the ideas now associated with early modern and enlightenment philosophy - such as empiricism, materialism, and religious scepticism - were widely discussed by Hellenistic philosophers. In Hellenistic Philosophy, Sellars offers a thematic introduction to the philosophy of this era. The authorhighlights the very practical outlook common of the time, in which philosophy was seen as a guide for life, and summarizes the key debates on a series of topics, ranging from epistemology to political philosophy.The works of Hellenistic philosophers had a vital influence on later thought, and especially on the development of early modern philosophy. In providing an accessible outline of this important era, the book is of particular use to students and general readers interested in the period. It is also aninvaluable resource for teaching with its guide to Hellenistic philosophers, chronology, and extensive cross-references to standard collections of ancient texts. Aucune description trouvée dans une bibliothèque |
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