The Basic Works Of Aristotle
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Edition: later pr.,
Condition remarks:
Condition: Good. Jacket: Worn/faded - tears and chips along folds and corners of jacket; price clipped. Page Condition: Yellowed. Markings: Previous owner. Binding condition: Intact.
Few names in the history of human thought carry the weight of Aristotle, whose writings laid the intellectual foundations for Western civilization across nearly every field of inquiry. The Basic Works of Aristotle, edited and introduced by Richard McKeon, Dean of the Division of the Humanities at the University of Chicago, presents a definitive and comprehensive single-volume collection of the great philosopher's most essential texts — spanning logic, metaphysics, natural science, ethics, politics, and poetics. McKeon's authoritative editorial hand curates the breadth of Aristotle's genius, drawing from seminal works such as the Organon, Physics, Nicomachean Ethics, Politics, and Poetics, offering readers an unrivalled gateway into the full scope of Aristotelian thought. More than a simple anthology, this volume stands as a landmark in 20th-century scholarly publishing, reflecting McKeon's own philosophical commitment to the enduring relevance of classical texts in modern intellectual life. McKeon's lucid and penetrating introduction situates Aristotle within the broader tradition of Western philosophy, illuminating the profound connections between his diverse works. The result is a collection that rewards both the first-time reader and the seasoned scholar — one that makes a compelling case that Aristotle's questions about the nature of reality, virtue, and the good life remain as urgent today as they were in ancient Athens.
Author: Richard Mckeon
Format: Hardback
Published: 1966, Random House
Genre: Philosophy
Edition: later pr.,
Condition remarks:
Condition: Good. Jacket: Worn/faded - tears and chips along folds and corners of jacket; price clipped. Page Condition: Yellowed. Markings: Previous owner. Binding condition: Intact.
Few names in the history of human thought carry the weight of Aristotle, whose writings laid the intellectual foundations for Western civilization across nearly every field of inquiry. The Basic Works of Aristotle, edited and introduced by Richard McKeon, Dean of the Division of the Humanities at the University of Chicago, presents a definitive and comprehensive single-volume collection of the great philosopher's most essential texts — spanning logic, metaphysics, natural science, ethics, politics, and poetics. McKeon's authoritative editorial hand curates the breadth of Aristotle's genius, drawing from seminal works such as the Organon, Physics, Nicomachean Ethics, Politics, and Poetics, offering readers an unrivalled gateway into the full scope of Aristotelian thought. More than a simple anthology, this volume stands as a landmark in 20th-century scholarly publishing, reflecting McKeon's own philosophical commitment to the enduring relevance of classical texts in modern intellectual life. McKeon's lucid and penetrating introduction situates Aristotle within the broader tradition of Western philosophy, illuminating the profound connections between his diverse works. The result is a collection that rewards both the first-time reader and the seasoned scholar — one that makes a compelling case that Aristotle's questions about the nature of reality, virtue, and the good life remain as urgent today as they were in ancient Athens.