The Younger Eleatics

By John Burnet

Book Overview

The Younger Eleatics is a book written by John Burnet that delves into the philosophical school of thought known as Eleaticism. This school of thought originated in ancient Greece and was founded by Parmenides, who believed that the universe was one, unchanging, and eternal. The book focuses on the younger generation of Eleatics, including Zeno of Elea, Melissus of Samos, and Parmenides' own student, Zopyrus. Burnet analyzes their philosophical ideas and methods, including their use of paradoxes and logical arguments. He also explores their influence on later philosophers and their contributions to the development of metaphysics and epistemology. The book is a comprehensive study of the Eleatic school of thought and provides valuable insights into the origins of Western philosophy.THIS 32 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: 1425356966
• ISBN13: 9781425356965
• Release Date: December 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.29 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.3" x 11.0"