Introduction to Presocratics

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Introduction to Presocratics presents a succinct introduction toGreek thinkers of the 6th and 5th century BCE and a thematicexploration of the topics and enquiries opened by these firstphilosophers and scientists of the Western tradition. * Offers a concise, thematically organized introduction to thePresocratics * Includes a previously unpublished translation of the mainfragments of the Presocratics by Classics scholar RosemaryWright * Covers key figures including Thales, Anaximander and Anaximenesof Miletus, Xenophanes, Heraclitus, Pythagoras, Parmenides and Zenoof Elea, Empedocles, Anaxagoras and Democritus * Supplemented with helpful features including a timeline, map ofthe ancient world, glossary of terms, and index of propernames

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Giannis Stamatellos

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Ancient & Classical Greek & Hellenistic History Classical Studies Geschichte der Philosophie Hellenistische Geschichte, Geschichte der griechischen Antike History of Philosophy Humanistische Studien Philosophie Philosophy

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"Anyone who has got his feet wet in the study of ancientphilosophy knows that the later hilosophical period one works in,the greater the need is for intimate familiarity with its earlierstages. Since Presocratic philosophy is standardly considered theformative stage of ancient philosophy, Stamatellos'Introduction to Presocratics offers the best kind of"happy marriage" in which his expertise, as the authorof the aforementioned programmatic study of Presocratic presence inPlotinus' thought, places him in the auspicious position ofsharing his knowledge of the earliest and latest stages of ancientphilosophy. In such introduction, the stakes are high and the bookmeets them." (The International Journal of the PlatonicTradition, 1 January 2013) "'...A very good introductory guide for the general publicand an invaluable resource for philosophy lecturers struggling toenthuse their undergraduate students." (ClassicalReview, 1 April 2014) "Writing an introduction to any subject is a difficult task. Stamatellos does do an admirable job of lucidly explainingalien concepts to the novice. There were frequent moments inreading the book when I wished that I had first approached a topicas Stamatellos presents it." (Bryn Mawr ClassicalReview, 1 December 2012) "The general public and scholars alike will findIntroduction to Presocratics stimulating, engaging andexceptionally useful. Stamatellos' intriguing andilluminating theme-based approach to this subject and his inclusionof a fresh translation of all the major fragments make this book a"must have" for anyone interested in Presocraticphilosophy." - Robert D. Luginbill, University ofLouisville "An excellent introduction to early Greek philosophy -full of information, yet eminently readable and clearly organised.The thematic treatment brings new perspectives and freshphilosophical insights." - Andrew Smith, UniversityCollege Dublin "Surveying the key surviving texts theme by theme soonerthan man by man, Stamatellos offers the beginner clear andcomprehensive insight into the compelling inquiries of the earlyGreek thinkers." - Susan Prince, University ofCincinnati "Giannis Stamatellos' book is a very elegant andfinely structured introduction to the fascinating beginnings ofWestern thought. He has succeeded in making a ratherdifficult and complex topic extremely accessible andstimulating." - Mark Beck, University of SouthCarolina
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