A History of Greek Philosophy, Volume III (The Fifth-Century Enlightenment)

$133

1969 edition. Volume 3 only. Dust jacket is in good condition with a clear plastic cover. Hardcover has some minor wear along the sides, scuffs and marks. Spine has some wear on the top and bottom. Pages are clean and the binding is secure.

This well-preserved 1969 edition offers a captivating exploration of the 5th century BCE intellectual renaissance in ancient Greece. Renowned scholar W. K. C. Guthrie guides readers through the revolutionary ideas of Socrates, Plato, and the Sophists, whose radical questioning of traditional beliefs laid the foundations for Western philosophy. Delving into the “Golden Age” of Athens, this volume illuminates the era when democracy, drama, and rational inquiry flourished, shaping human thought for centuries. A treasured addition to any collection on ancient philosophy or Greek civilization.

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1969 edition. Volume 3 only. Dust jacket is in good condition with a clear plastic cover. Hardcover has some minor wear along the sides, scuffs and marks. Spine has some wear on the top and bottom. Pages are clean and the binding is secure.

This well-preserved copy of “A History of Greek Philosophy, Volume III” by W. K. C. Guthrie offers a captivating exploration of the intellectual and cultural renaissance that swept through ancient Greece in the 5th century BCE. Guthrie, a renowned classical scholar, guides readers through the revolutionary ideas of philosophers like Socrates, Plato, and the Sophists, whose radical questioning of traditional beliefs laid the foundations for Western philosophy. This volume delves into the “Golden Age” of Athens, when democracy, drama, and rational inquiry flourished, shaping the course of human thought for centuries to come. Guthrie’s meticulous research and engaging prose bring this pivotal era to life, making this a treasured addition to any collection on ancient philosophy or Greek civilization.

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Weight 30 lbs
Dimensions 4.3 × 17 × 24.9 in
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