The Sophists

By Charles Montague Bakewell and Charles M. Bakewell

Book Overview

The Sophists by Charles M. Bakewell is a comprehensive study of the ancient Greek philosophers known as the Sophists. The book explores the intellectual and cultural context of the Sophists, their philosophical ideas, and their influence on Greek thought and culture. Bakewell examines the Sophists' contributions to rhetoric, ethics, politics, and epistemology, and provides a detailed analysis of their arguments and methods. The book also explores the relationship between the Sophists and their contemporary philosophers, such as Socrates and Plato. Written in a clear and accessible style, The Sophists is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of philosophy and ancient Greek culture.THIS 26 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Source Book in Ancient Philosophy, by Charles M. Bakewell. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766101479.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: 1425334032
• ISBN13: 9781425334031
• Release Date: December 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.29 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.3" x 11.0"