Loci Velleiani (1836)

By Johann Christian Moritz Laurent

Book Overview

Loci Velleiani is a book written by Johann Christian Moritz Laurent and published in 1836. The book is a collection of essays on the philosophy of Epicurus, particularly on the topic of pleasure and its relation to virtue. Laurent explores the teachings of Epicurus and his followers, including the Roman philosopher Lucretius, and argues that pleasure is the ultimate goal of human existence. He also examines the concept of friendship in Epicurean philosophy and its importance in achieving a happy life. The book is written in a scholarly style and includes references to ancient texts and other philosophical works. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of philosophy and the ideas of Epicurus.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: 1164868411
• ISBN13: 9781164868415
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 190 Pages
• Weight: 0.58 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"