Chapters From Aristotle's Ethics (1900)

By John H. Muirhead and Aristotle

Book Overview

Chapters From Aristotle's Ethics is a book that was originally written by the ancient Greek philosopher Aristotle and was translated into English by William Wallace in 1900. The book is a collection of chapters from Aristotle's larger work, the Nicomachean Ethics, which is considered one of the most important works on ethics in Western philosophy. The chapters in this book cover a wide range of topics related to ethics, including the nature of happiness, the nature of virtue, the relationship between virtue and pleasure, and the importance of friendship. Aristotle's ideas on these topics are presented in a clear and concise manner, making them accessible to readers of all backgrounds.One of the key themes of the book is the idea that virtuous behavior is essential for achieving happiness. Aristotle argues that happiness is not simply a matter of pleasure or material possessions, but rather a state of being that is achieved through living a virtuous life. He also emphasizes the importance of cultivating good habits and character traits, such as courage, honesty, and generosity.Overall, Chapters From Aristotle's Ethics is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the study of ethics and philosophy. It provides a fascinating glimpse into the mind of one of the most influential thinkers in Western history and offers insights that are still relevant today.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164031619
• ISBN13: 9781164031611
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 332 Pages
• Weight: 0.98 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"