Life worth living in ancient greek and roman philosophy, the

Auteur :
Machek, David
Éditeur :
Cambridge University Press
ISBN :
9781009257862
Date de publication :
11 juil. 2024
Dimensions :
22,9 x 15,2 x 1,4 cm
Poids :
398 g
Format :
Trade paperback (US)
Langue :
Anglais
Pays d'origine :
Grande Bretagne
The account of the best life for humans - a happy or flourishing life - was the central theme of ancient ethics. This book explores the less-examined ancient theme of what constitutes a life worth living, and reconstructs philosophical engagements with that theme from Socrates to Plotinus.