Wisdom, Wit And Whims Of Distinguished Ancient Philosophers

By Joseph Banvard

Book Overview

The book ""Wisdom, Wit And Whims Of Distinguished Ancient Philosophers"" by Joseph Banvard is a collection of insights and musings from some of the most prominent philosophers of ancient times. From Socrates and Plato to Aristotle and Confucius, this book offers a glimpse into the intellectual and philosophical world of the ancients. The book is divided into chapters, each focusing on a different philosopher or school of thought. Each chapter includes a brief biography of the philosopher, followed by a selection of their most notable quotes and ideas. The book covers a wide range of topics, including ethics, politics, metaphysics, and epistemology. In addition to the philosophical ideas presented in the book, readers will also find a wealth of wit and humor. Many of the philosophers featured in the book were known for their clever sayings and humorous anecdotes, and these are included throughout the text. Overall, ""Wisdom, Wit And Whims Of Distinguished Ancient Philosophers"" is an engaging and informative read for anyone interested in philosophy, history, or the ancient world. It provides a fascinating glimpse into the minds of some of the most brilliant thinkers of all time and offers valuable insights that are still relevant today.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: 1163113794
• ISBN13: 9781163113790
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 408 Pages
• Weight: 1.20 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"