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A Christian polymath embraces reason against misfortune in poetry and prose.

"The Theological Tractates and the Consolation of Philosophy" from Boethius. Philosopher of the early 6th century (475-525).

This complete work unites two of Roman philosopher Boethius's finest works; his Theological Tracts regarding Christianity, and his Consolation of Philosophy which concerns the nature of fortune and dying. The works of Boethius emerged at the symbolic conclusion of the classical... Read Full Overview

This complete work unites two of Roman philosopher Boethius's finest works; his Theological Tracts regarding Christianity, and his Consolation of Philosophy which concerns the nature of fortune and dying. The works of Boethius emerged at the symbolic conclusion of the classical... Read Full Overview

Boethius's "Consolation of Philosophy" is considered as one of the most important and influential works of medieval times. Written during Boethius's year-long imprisonment for treason which would ultimately lead to his tortuous execution, "Consolation of Philosophy" is a classical... Read Full Overview