The Revival Of Philosophy In Ionia

By John Burnet

Book Overview

The Revival of Philosophy in Ionia is a book written by John Burnet that explores the history of philosophy in the ancient Greek region of Ionia. The book begins by examining the pre-Socratic philosophers who lived in Ionia during the 6th and 5th centuries BCE, such as Thales, Anaximander, and Anaximenes. Burnet discusses their contributions to the development of philosophy, including their theories on the nature of reality, the origins of the universe, and the role of human beings in the world.The book then moves on to explore the influence of the Ionian philosophers on later thinkers, including Plato and Aristotle. Burnet argues that the ideas of the pre-Socratic philosophers continued to shape philosophical thought long after their time, and that their work was instrumental in the development of Western philosophy.Throughout the book, Burnet provides detailed analysis of the ideas and arguments of the Ionian philosophers, as well as their historical and cultural context. The Revival of Philosophy in Ionia is a comprehensive and engaging exploration of the origins of philosophy in ancient Greece, and its lasting impact on Western thought.THIS 28 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Early Greek Philosophy, by John Burnet. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766128261.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: 1425356974
• ISBN13: 9781425356972
• Release Date: December 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.29 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.3" x 11.0"