The Metaphysics - (Dover Thrift Editions: Philosophy) by Aristotle (Paperback)
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- "All men by nature are actuated with the desire of knowledge," declared Aristotle.
- About the Author: Student of Plato and teacher of Alexander the Great, Aristotle (384-322 BCE) is a giant of Greek philosophy.
- 352 Pages
- Philosophy, Metaphysics
- Series Name: Dover Thrift Editions: Philosophy
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The ancient Greek thinker refutes skepticism, demonstrates God's existence, compares metaphysics to the other sciences, elucidates the nature of the infinite, and explores other major philosophical issues.Book Synopsis
"All men by nature are actuated with the desire of knowledge," declared Aristotle. The philosopher's works are foundational to the history of science, and his treatise on metaphysics, or "first philosophy," is divided into sections of previous philosophical thought and theories; a refutation of skepticism; a demonstration of God's existence; an examination of the relation of metaphysics to the other sciences; an elucidation of the nature of the infinite; and other major philosophical issues.The central theme consists of an inquiry into how substance may be defined as a category of being. The philosopher describes substance as both formal and material reality, and he discusses the relation between potentiality and actuality. An excellent example of Aristotle's dialectical method, which reasons from reliable opinions rather than known truths, this work offers a fine introduction to classical metaphysics.
About the Author
Student of Plato and teacher of Alexander the Great, Aristotle (384-322 BCE) is a giant of Greek philosophy. He made significant contributions to a remarkable range of areas, including logic, metaphysics, mathematics, physics, biology, botany, ethics, politics, agriculture, medicine, dance, and theater. The founder of formal logic and a pioneer in zoology, Aristotle influenced every subsequent scientist and philosopher through his development of the scientific method.Dimensions (Overall): 7.9 Inches (H) x 5.0 Inches (W) x .9 Inches (D)
Weight: .5 Pounds
Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up
Number of Pages: 352
Genre: Philosophy
Sub-Genre: Metaphysics
Series Title: Dover Thrift Editions: Philosophy
Publisher: Dover Publications
Format: Paperback
Author: Aristotle
Language: English
Street Date: January 16, 2018
TCIN: 1006482085
UPC: 9780486817491
Item Number (DPCI): 247-47-3712
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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