Plotinus

By A. B. Sharpe and A.B. Sharpe

Book Overview

Plotinus is a comprehensive book written by A. B. Sharpe about the life and philosophy of the ancient Greek philosopher Plotinus. The book begins with an introduction to Plotinus' life and times, including his upbringing, education, and travels. It then delves into his philosophical teachings, which are based on the concept of the One, the source of all existence.The book explores Plotinus' ideas about the nature of reality, the soul, and the relationship between the individual and the divine. It also examines his views on ethics, politics, and the role of the philosopher in society. Throughout the book, Sharpe provides insightful analysis of Plotinus' writings and their relevance to contemporary philosophical debates.Overall, Plotinus is an engaging and informative book that offers a thorough exploration of one of the most influential philosophers of the ancient world. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of philosophy or the development of Western thought.THIS 20 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Mysticism: Its True Nature and Value, by A. B. Sharpe. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766139689.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: 1162828587
• ISBN13: 9781162828589
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 20 Pages
• Weight: 0.16 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.0" x 8.3" x 11.0"