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For many centuries, Aristotle's Physics was the essential starting point for anyone who wished to study the natural sciences. Aristotle deals with many abstract ideas in this book, examining the phenomenon of being, space, motion, matter, time, infinity, magnitude, and more. This book is...

Written in the fourth century BCE by Greek philosopher and scientist Aristotle, Physics set out to define the principles and causes of change, movement, and motion. For 2,000 years ― until discoveries by Galileo, Newton, and other scientists ― this treatise was the primary...

For many centuries, Aristotle's Physics was the essential starting point for anyone who wished to study the natural sciences. Now, in the first translation into English since 1930, Aristotle's thought is presented accurately, with a lucid introduction and extensive notes to explain the general...

Physics is a book written by the ancient Greek philosopher Aristotle, which explores the fundamental principles of natural science and the physical world. In this work, Aristotle presents his theories on the nature of matter, motion, time, space, and causality. He argues that everything...

The William of Moerbeke Translation Series, under the general editorship of Stuart D. Warner, is devoted to publishing translations of important works - ancient, medieval, and modern - regardless of the original language, in every area of scholarly endeavor, including philosophy, political science, theology,...

The William of Moerbeke Translation Series, under the general editorship of Stuart D. Warner, is devoted to publishing translations of important works - ancient, medieval, and modern - regardless of the original language, in every area of scholarly endeavor, including philosophy, political science, theology,...

I propose to treat of Poetry in itself and of its various kinds, noting the essential quality of each; to inquire into the structure of the plot as requisite to a good poem; into the number and nature of the parts of which a...

The writings of Greek philosopher ARISTOTLE (384BC-322BC)--student of Plato, teacher of Alexander the Great--are among the most influential on Western thought, and indeed upon Western civilization itself. From theology and logic to politics and even biology, there is no area of human knowledge that...

The Poetics is a fundamental text that examines the development, production and effectiveness of poetry as it pertains to a writer and their intended audience. The author uses notable works to educate the reader on specific themes and methodology. The Poetics gives a basic...

Greek philosopher and scientist, Aristotle, lived in the 4th century B.C. and is thought of as one of the most important figures from classical antiquity. Aristotle was probably the most famous member of Plato's Academy in Athens, whose writings would ultimately form the first...

"What is poetry, how many kinds of it are there, and what are their specific effects?" Aristotle's Poetics is the most influential book on poetry ever written. A founding text of European aesthetics and literary criticism, it has shaped much of our modern understanding...

Essential reading for all students of Greek theatre and literature, and equally stimulating for anyone interested in literature In the Poetics, his near-contemporary account of classical Greek tragedy, Aristotle examine the dramatic elements of plot, character, language and spectacle that combine to produce pity...

Poetics is a book written by the ancient Greek philosopher Aristotle, and is considered one of the most important works of literary criticism in the Western tradition. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which explores a different aspect of poetry and...

In Poetics, Aristotle sets about laying the foundations of critical thought about the arts. One of the most influential books in Western civilization, Poetics reveals not only a great intellect analyzing the nature of poetry, music, and drama, but also a down-to-earth understanding of...

Among the most influential books in Western civilization, Aristotle's Poetics is really a treatise on fine art. In it are mentioned not only epic and dithyrambic poetry, but tragedy, comedy, and flute and lyre playing. Aristotle's conception of tragedy, i.e. the depiction of a...

Aristotle's Poetics is the earliest-surviving work of dramatic theory and the first extant philosophical treatise to focus on literary theory. It is widely regarded as one of the earliest and most influential works of literary criticism and has been studied by countless scholars. Poetics...

Aristotle's Poetics is the earliest-surviving work of dramatic theory and the first extant philosophical treatise to focus on literary theory. It is widely regarded as one of the earliest and most influential works of literary criticism and has been studied by countless scholars. Poetics...

Greek philosopher and scientist, Aristotle, lived in the 4th century B.C. and is thought of as one of the most important figures from classical antiquity. Aristotle was probably the most famous member of Plato's Academy in Athens, whose writings would ultimately form the first...

This is the earliest-surviving work of dramatic theory and the first extant philosophical treatise to focus on literary theory. Aristotle was a great Greek philosopher whose important treaties and writings are still important today after about 2500 years.Author: Aristotle, S. H. ButcherISBN-10: 1609421582ISBN-13: 9781609421588Publisher:...

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The Art of Rhetoric, a guide on the principles behind oratorical skill, is a core text on the art of persuasion. Aristotle contends that rhetoric is one of the key elements of philosophy - along with logic and dialectic. The work consists of three...

This Norton Critical Edition also includes: - A preface, full introduction, and appendix ("On Tragic and Epic Performance") by Michelle Zerba and David Gorman. - "Ancient Sources," giving readers the opportunity to consider the epic, dramatic, philosophical, and rhetorical texts that influenced the Poetics,...

Author: AristotleISBN-10: 0198145152ISBN-13: 9780198145158Publisher: Clarendon PressLanguage: EnglishPublished: 12/31/1957Pages: 292Format: HardcoverWeight: 0.75lbsSize: 7.58h x 5.09w x 0.81d

Aristotle was one of history's greatest philosophers and one of Ancient Greece's seminal thinkers, a student of Plato's and a tutor of Alexander the Great's. Aristotle's book on Politics closely follows his work on ethics as it deals with the philosophy of human affairs.Author:...

Greek philosopher and scientist, Aristotle, lived in the 4th century B.C. and is thought of as one of the most important figures from classical antiquity. Aristotle was probably the most famous member of Plato's Academy in Athens, whose writings would ultimately form the first...

Along with his teacher Plato, Aristotle is generally regarded as one of the most influential ancient thinkers in a number of philosophical fields, including political theory. The title of the Politics literally means "the things concerning the polis". Aristotle's Politics is divided into eight...

Similar to Nicomachean Ethics, Aristotle explores another facet of good living by outlining the best governing practices that benefit the majority, and not the minority. In The Politics, he defines various institutions and how they should operate within an established system. The Politics provides...

Intellectually stimulating work describes the ideal state and ponders how it can bring about the most desirable life for its citizens. Famed Jowett translation of Aristotle's masterwork.Author: AristotleISBN-10: 0486414248ISBN-13: 9780486414249Publisher: Dover PublicationsLanguage: EnglishPublished: 11/15/2000Pages: 368Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.63lbsSize: 8.51h x 4.98w x 0.90d

The Politics is one of the most influential texts in the history of political thought, and it raises issues which still confront anyone who wants to think seriously about the ways in which human societies are organized and governed. By examining the way societies...

Aristotle is a titan of classic philosophy, and one of the most-recognised thinkers in global history. In Politics, Aristotle examines government, politics and how societies are run - from households to city states - and establishes how successful constitutions can best be initiated and...

Politics is a work of political philosophy by Aristotle, a 4th-century BC Greek philosopher. The end of the Nicomachean Ethics declared that the inquiry into ethics necessarily follows into politics, and the two works are frequently considered to be parts of a larger treatise-or...

Similar to Nicomachean Ethics, Aristotle explores another facet of good living by outlining the best governing practices that benefit the majority, and not the minority. In The Politics, he defines various institutions and how they should operate within an established system. The Politics provides...

The writings of Greek philosopher ARISTOTLE (384BC-322BC)-student of Plato, teacher of Alexander the Great-are among the most influential on Western thought, and indeed upon Western civilization itself. From theology and logic to ethics and even biology, there is no area of human knowledge that...

EVERY STATE is a community of some kind, and every community is established with a view to some good; for mankind always act in order to obtain that which they think good. But, if all communities aim at some good, the state or political...

Expounding upon, 'The Republic, ' the earlier work of his teacher Plato, Aristotle in 'Politics' examines the various options for governance and their respective values. A detailed and pragmatic approach to the subject, Aristotle's 'Politics' provides much of the foundation for modern political thoughtAuthor:...

Politics is a book written by the ancient Greek philosopher Aristotle in the 4th century BCE. It is a treatise on political philosophy and is considered one of the foundational works of Western political thought. The book is divided into eight books, each of...

This classic work of political philosophy by the ancient Greek philosopher Aristotle is one of the most influential texts on the subject ever written. In this edition, the renowned translator H. Rackham provides a clear and accessible rendering of the text, making it an...

EVERY STATE is a community of some kind, and every community is established with a view to some good; for mankind always act in order to obtain that which they think good. But, if all communities aim at some good, the state or political...

Author: AristotleISBN-10: 1609420470ISBN-13: 9781609420475Publisher: LitsLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/20/2010Pages: 144Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.59lbsSize: 9.69h x 7.44w x 0.31d

Politics is Aristotle's treatise on governance and the organization of the state. It examines various forms of government-monarchies, aristocracies, and democracies-and analyzes their strengths and weaknesses. Aristotle emphasizes the role of the middle class in maintaining a stable and just society, and he presents...

Collector's Edition Laminated Hardback with Jacket Exploring the foundations of governance and civic life, this classic delves into the intricate relationships between individuals and their communities. It examines the virtues and structures that shape just societies, from the household to the city-state. With sharp...

Aristotle addresses the city in his work titled Politics, viewing the city to be a natural community. Moreover, he considers the city to precede the family which in turn precedes the individual. He also famously states that man is by nature a political animal,...

Greek philosopher and scientist, Aristotle, lived in the 4th century B.C. and is thought of as one of the most important figures from classical antiquity. Aristotle was probably the most famous member of Plato's Academy in Athens, whose writings would ultimately form the first...

Aristotle's life was primarily that of a scholar. However, like the other ancient philosophers, it was not the stereotypical ivory tower existence. His father was court physician to Amyntas III of Macedon, so Aristotle grew up in a royal household. Aristotle also knew Philip...

Author: AristotleISBN-10: 1604440554ISBN-13: 9781604440553Publisher: Indoeuropeanpublishing.comLanguage: EnglishPublished: 07/21/2009Pages: 188Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.74lbsSize: 10.00h x 7.00w x 0.40d

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

Aristotle's Politics is a masterful exploration of governance, justice, and the structure of societies. Examining the roles of citizens, rulers, and the state, this foundational text offers timeless insights into human nature and political organization, shaping the principles that continue to guide political thought...

Books V and VI of Aristotle's Politics constitute a manual on practical politics. David Keyt presents a clear and accurate new translation of these books, together with a commentary which also supplies a key to Aristotle's many historical references. It is intended to guide...

Posterior Analytics is a philosophical treatise written by the ancient Greek philosopher Aristotle. The book is a systematic exploration of the nature of scientific knowledge, and it is considered one of the most important works on logic and epistemology in Western philosophy.In the book,...

Posterior Analytics is a philosophical treatise written by Aristotle, one of the most influential thinkers in Western philosophy. This work is a part of his Organon, a collection of six treatises on logic and scientific methodology. In Posterior Analytics, Aristotle explores the nature of...