Historical Dictionary of Ancient Greek Philosophy

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  • ISBN 9781442246386
  • Weight: 916g
  • Dimensions: 159 x 238mm
  • Publication Date: 12 Feb 2015
  • Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing Plc
  • Publication City/Country: US
  • Product Form: Hardback
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The ancient Greeks were not only the founders of western philosophy, but the actual term "philosophy" is Greek in origin, most likely dating back to the late sixth century BC. Socrates, Plato, Aristotle, Pythagoras, Euclid, and Thales are but a few of the better-known philosophers of ancient Greece. During the amazingly fertile period running from roughly the middle of the first millennium BC to the middle of the first millennium AD, the world saw the rise of science, numerous schools of thought, and—many believe—the birth of modern civilization.

This second edition of Historical Dictionary of Ancient Greek Philosophy covers the history of Greek philosophy through a chronology, an introductory essay, a glossary, and an extensive bibliography. The dictionary section has over 1500 cross-referenced entries on important philosophers, concepts, issues, and events. This book is an excellent access point for students, researchers, and anyone wanting to know more about Greek philosophy.

Anthony Preus is Distinguished Teaching Professor at Binghamton University, where he has taught since 1964. He has been Master of College-in-the-Woods since 2000. He is also Secretary of the Society for Ancient Greek Philosophy.

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