Lives of Eminent Philosophers

"Lives of Eminent Philosophers" is an essential historical account of the lives, teachings, and anecdotes of the most influential thinkers of ancient Greece. Written by Diogenes Laertius, this extensive survey spans the breadth of classical thought, from the early Pre-Socratics to the various schools of the Hellenistic period, including the Cynics, Stoics, and Epicureans. The work is uniquely valued for its collection of biographical details, personal letters, and pithy sayings that provide a humanizing glimpse into the figures who shaped Western intellectual history.

As a primary source for the history of philosophy, this work preserves fragments and summaries of lost texts that would otherwise be unknown to modern scholarship. From chronicling the eccentricities of Diogenes of Sinope to detailing the systematic doctrines of Plato and Aristotle, Laertius offers a foundational overview of the diverse philosophical traditions that emerged in the Mediterranean world. "Lives of Eminent Philosophers" remains a cornerstone for students of classics and anyone seeking to understand the origins of Western logic, ethics, and metaphysics.

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• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1025611446
• ISBN13: 9781025611440
• Release Date: February 2026
• Publisher: Tradd Street Press
• Length: 728 Pages
• Weight: 2.21 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.4" x 6.1" x 9.2"