The Hellenic Age: Platonism And Its Antecedents

By F.W. Bussell

Book Overview

""The Hellenic Age: Platonism And Its Antecedents"" by F. W. Bussell is a comprehensive exploration of the philosophical and cultural developments of ancient Greece, focusing on the period known as the Hellenic Age. The book delves into the origins of Platonism, tracing its roots back to the pre-Socratic philosophers and examining the influence of Pythagoreanism and Orphism on Plato's thought. Bussell also explores the wider cultural context of the Hellenic Age, including the political and social structures of Athens, the role of religion in Greek society, and the development of drama and literature. This book is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of philosophy and the cultural legacy of ancient Greece.THIS 170 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: School of Plato: Its Origin, Development, and Revival Under the Roman Empire, by F. W. Bussell. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1564596338.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: 1425315712
• ISBN13: 9781425315719
• Release Date: December 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 172 Pages
• Weight: 0.88 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 8.3" x 11.0"