The Lives And Opinions Of Eminent Philosophers - Paperback

by Diogenes Laertius (Author), C. D. Yonge (Translator)

The Lives and Opinions of Eminent Philosophers is a comprehensive collection of biographies and philosophical teachings of some of the most prominent ancient Greek philosophers. The book was written by Diogenes Laertius, a Greek biographer who lived in the 3rd century AD. The book is divided into ten books, each focusing on a particular school of philosophy, including the Presocratics, Pythagoreans, Sophists, Socrates, Plato, Aristotle, Epicureans, Stoics, Skeptics, and Cynics. Each section provides a detailed account of the lives and teachings of the philosophers who belonged to that school, including their major works and contributions to the field of philosophy. The book also includes anecdotes and stories about the philosophers, providing insight into their personalities and beliefs. The book is written in a straightforward style and is accessible to readers with a basic understanding of philosophy. Overall, The Lives and Opinions of Eminent Philosophers is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of philosophy and the ideas that have shaped Western thought. It provides a thorough overview of the major schools of thought in ancient Greece and the key figures who contributed to them.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.