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  • "Carta sobre el Humanismo" de Martin Heidegger

    Nueva traducción acompañada por notas para un seminario (privatissimum)

    Series series Filosofía
    Por el vasto, vastísimo alcance de los pensamientos formulados por Heidegger en este texto crucial de la Modernidad radical ( Moderne), aparecido en la estela de la Segunda Guerra Mundial; por la fuerza con que ahonda en su visión de una historia que no es sino la de la metafísica y en la necesidad de preparar un nuevo comienzo para el pensar, atento menos a la literatura que al "cuidado de la ... Read more

    $8.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • "Gorgias" and "Phaedrus"

    Rhetoric, Philosophy, and Politics

    by Plato ...
    Translated by James H. Nichols ...
    Series series Agora Editions
    With a masterful sense of the place of rhetoric in both thought and practice and an ear attuned to the clarity, natural simplicity, and charm of Plato's Greek prose, James H. Nichols Jr., offers precise yet unusually readable translations of two great Platonic dialogues on rhetoric.The Gorgias presents an intransigent argument that justice is superior to injustice: To the extent that suffering an ... Read more

    $29.99 USD

  • "On the Republic" and "On the Laws"

    Translated by David Fott ...
    Series series Agora Editions
    "This is an excellent book. David Fott's scrupulously accurate and smoothly readable translation makes Cicero’s precise use of terms available to the English reader. And of course these two works by Cicero are of the greatest value for our continuing inquiries into republican government."―James H. Nichols, Claremont McKenna CollegeCicero’s On the Republic and On the Laws are his major works of ... Read more

    $18.99 USD

  • 'Alexander': On Aristotle Metaphysics 12

    Series series Ancient Commentators on Aristotle
    This volume presents a commentary on Aristotle's Metaphysics Book 12 by pseudo-Alexander in a new translation accompanied by explanatory notes, introduction and indexes. Fred D. Miller, Jr. argues that the author of the commentary is in fact not Alexander of Aphrodisias, Aristotle's distant successor in early 3rd century CE Athens and his leading defender and interpreter, but Michael of Ephesus ... Read more

    $33.99 USD

  • 'Aristoteles: Nikomachische Ethik' - Eine Untersuchung

    Fünftes Buch, Kapitel 8-11, 14

    by Duygu Oecaldi ...
    Studienarbeit aus dem Jahr 2008 im Fachbereich Philosophie - Philosophie der Antike, Note: 1,3, Universität Paderborn (Fakultät für Kulturwissenschaften, Institut für Humanwissenschaften: Philosophie), Veranstaltung: Aristoteles: Politik, Sprache: Deutsch, Abstract: Die Ausarbeitung zu Aristoteles´ Werk 'Nikomachische Ethik' beinhaltet zum Fünften Buch die Kapitel 8-11 und 14. Meine Strukturierung ... Read more

    $2.99 USD

  • 'Das Schöne' in der Entwicklung von Platon zu Plotin

    Studienarbeit aus dem Jahr 2007 im Fachbereich Philosophie - Philosophie der Antike, Note: 2,3, Carl von Ossietzky Universität Oldenburg, 6 Quellen im Literaturverzeichnis, Sprache: Deutsch, Abstract: Im Gegensatz zur Kunst, die sich zugunsten der ,Innovation' vom Kriterium der Schönheit abgewandt hat, kommt es im Alltag oft vor, dass etwas als ,schön' bezeichnet wird. Gebäude, Kleidung, ... Read more

    $14.99 USD

  • 'Eros' und 'philia' in Platons Denken

    Ein Vergleich zwischen dem 'Symposion' und dem 'Lysis'

    Bachelorarbeit aus dem Jahr 2010 im Fachbereich Philosophie - Philosophie der Antike, Note: 2,0, FernUniversität Hagen (Philosophie), Sprache: Deutsch, Abstract: Der Mensch ist als bedürftiges Wesen auf Beziehungen zu anderen Menschen angewiesen und damit gehört auch die Liebe intrinsisch zu einem guten menschlichen Leben dazu, wir teilen unser Leben mit anderen in ihrer Besonderheit. Klassische ... Read more

    $21.99 USD

  • 'Familiariter cum servis vivere'. Seneca über Sklaverei

    Seneca über Sklaverei

    Studienarbeit aus dem Jahr 2007 im Fachbereich Philosophie - Philosophie der Antike, Note: sehr gut, Universität Basel (Theologische Fakultät), Veranstaltung: Philemon und andere Sklaventexte, 28 Quellen im Literaturverzeichnis, Sprache: Deutsch, Abstract: Nur schwer lässt sich im Zeitalter institutionalisierter Menschenrechte ein soziales Gefüge vorstellen, in dem philosophische Debatten über ... Read more

    $16.99 USD

  • 'Ich weiß, dass ich nichts weiß' (Sokrates)

    Die Auffassung Sokrates bezüglich Wissen, Weisheit und Philosophie

    by Carli Wiegand ...
    Essay aus dem Jahr 2008 im Fachbereich Philosophie - Philosophie der Antike, Note: 2,0, Technische Universität Dresden (Institut für Philosophie), Veranstaltung: Antike, Sprache: Deutsch, Abstract: Sokrates ist einer der bedeutendsten und bekanntesten griechischen Philosophen, er lebte von 469 bis 399 v. u. Z. in Athen. Seine Eltern gehörten zur gehobenen Mittelschicht, sein Vater war Bildhauer ... Read more

    $3.99 USD

  • 'Meditare mortem'. Tod und Sterben in Senecas epistulae morales

    Tod und Sterben in Senecas epistulae morales

    Studienarbeit aus dem Jahr 2007 im Fachbereich Philosophie - Philosophie der Antike, Note: sehr gut, Universität Basel (Philosophisches Seminar), Veranstaltung: Senecas epistulae morales und ihre Rezeption, 24 Quellen im Literaturverzeichnis, Sprache: Deutsch, Abstract: Die Beschäftigung mit dem Tod als einem der grundlegendsten Probleme des Lebens zieht sich wie ein roter Faden durch die ... Read more

    $16.99 USD

  • 'Proleptische Argumentation' in Platons 'Politeia'

    by Ellen Günyil ...
    Studienarbeit aus dem Jahr 2009 im Fachbereich Philosophie - Philosophie der Antike, Note: 2,0, Universität zu Köln (Philosophisches Seminar), Veranstaltung: Grundfragen der Platoninterpretation, Sprache: Deutsch, Abstract: In dieser Arbeit soll eine Untersuchung ausgewählter Stellen in Platons Politeia erfolgen, um daran seine proleptische, d.h. vorwegnehmende Vorgehensweise zu erläutern. ... Read more

    $6.99 USD

  • 'Verantwortung' in Aristoteles 'Nikomachischer Ethik'

    Studienarbeit aus dem Jahr 2015 im Fachbereich Philosophie - Philosophie der Antike, Note: 1,0, Ruhr-Universität Bochum (Philosophisches Institut), Veranstaltung: Schuld und Verantwortung, Sprache: Deutsch, Abstract: Die 'Nikomachische Ethik' ist eine von drei Schriften zur Ethik, die uns als von Aristoteles verfasst überliefert sind. Sie ist einer der bedeutendsten und wirkungsreichsten Texte der ... Read more

    $15.99 USD

  • 100 pagine di filosofia

    Le origini del pensiero occidentale

    by Luca Falchi ...
    Il pensiero greco da Talete a Parmenide, da Socrate a Plotino, passando per Platone e Aristotele. Un testo divulgativo, scritto in maniera semplice, e soprattutto ideale per chi si vuole approcciare per la prima volta alla storia della filosofia.L'autoreLuca Falchi, architetto, romano, si dedica da sempre alla scrittura. Il primo romanzo che ha scritto è un giallo ambientato nel senese, "La strada ... Read more

    $3.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • 25 + The Big Book of Ancient Classics

    The Odyssey by Homer, Meditations by Marcus Aurelius, The Republic by Plato, Poetics by Aristotle and others

    We live in an era rife with cultural conflict. The 21st century is by no means free of wars, terrorism, riots, famine, nor epidemics. We may attempt to solve the challenges of our times by uniting the humanistic disciplines of philosophy, science, and technology. Our modern reality requires a fundamental understanding of the problems beleaguering our existence. Science and literature are key tools ... Read more

    $0.99 USD

  • 2nd Grade History: The Mayan Civilization

    Second Grade Books

    Series series Children's Ancient History Books
    Learning about the Mayan Civilization can become quite boring when you're just reading about it. There is little interaction with texts compared to seeing pictures. That is why this educational book has carefully selected images to complement textbook learning. If you're having trouble explaining what life was during the Mayan Civilization, then it's best you get a copy of this book today! ... Read more

    $4.99 USD

  • 365 Ways to be More Stoic

    A day-by-day guide to practical stoicism

    by Tim Lebon ...
    HAPPINESS, SERENITY AND FULFIMENT ARE ALL WITHIN YOUR CONTROL365 WAYS TO BE MORE STOIC is a full year's worth of daily inspiration, tools, stories, actions, and rituals that will guide you to a meaningful life, filled with happiness. It is a simple, list-driven, practical guide that will allow you to immediately begin putting Stoic wisdom into practice in your daily life. Each short chapter makes ... Read more

    $6.99 USD

  • 4 VEDAS

    The Vedas are a large body of texts originating in ancient India. Composed in Vedic Sanskrit, the texts constitute the oldest layer of Sanskrit literature and the oldest scriptures of Hinduism. 4 VEDAS: The Rigveda The Yajurveda The Samaveda The Atharvaveda ... Read more

    $2.99 USD

  • 4th Grade History Book: Mayans and Incas of South America

    Fourth Grade Books Ancient Civilizations

    Series series Children's Ancient History Books
    The Mayans and Incas of South America were influential people in the region's culture and tradition. Learn about them through this attention-grabbing educational book. By using more pictures and only a few select texts, children are able to understand and absorb historical information better. This is a book your child needs to get better grades in history. Grab a copy today! ... Read more

    $4.99 USD

  • 4th Grade History: Ancient Civilizations

    Fourth Grade Books for Kids

    Series series Children's Ancient History Books
    Ancient civilizations is one 4th grade subject that can be quite difficult to understand just be reading texts. The good news is history picture books exist and they are a joy to study. Pictures provide visual representations of the past. They're easy to remember compared to blocks of text that may not be as descriptive as photos. Order your copy today! ... Read more

    $4.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • 50 Famous People in Ancient History for Kids

    Why should a child be bothered with the events of the past and the people who made them possible? Well, because the study of history brings to light lessons about cultures, traditions, and the decisions that changed the world. In this book, we list down the 50 Famous People in Ancient History. Help your child understand the past to appreciate the future. Grab a copy today. ... Read more

    $3.99 USD

  • 6th Grade History: First Civilizations

    Ancient Civilizations for Kids Sixth Grade Books

    Series series Children's Ancient History Books
    Going back to the past is both scary and exciting, with it being mysterious and all. But this picture book provides just the right sneak peek into forgotten times. Here, you get to see for yourself how ancient civilizations lived and how their lives are so tightly knitted with ours. This is an exciting book to keep, so make sure you get a copy now! ... Read more

    $3.99 USD

  • A Brief Guide to Philosophical Classics

    From Plato to Winnie the Pooh

    Series series Brief Histories
    Big ideas sometimes come from the strangest places.In this wide ranging introduction, James M Russell takes the fear out of philosophy and selects seventy-six works - from Plato, Descartes and Wittgenstein to Philip K Dick and the Moomins as well as contemporary thinkers such as Peter Singer and John Rawls.Dividing into accessible sections - history, contemplation, happiness, and -isms, Russell ... Read more

    $2.99 USD

  • A Brief History of Western Philosophy

    Unraveling the Secrets of Time, the Mind, and Existence

    Meet the most important thinkers, questions, and movements in Western philosophy-all in a short, easy-to-read book.Where did we come from? Why are we here? Do we really have free will? How can we truly know anything?If you've ever wondered about these or other big questions-such as the meaning of life, the nature of truth, or the existence of good and evil-you're not alone. People have been asking ... Read more

    $9.99 USD

  • A Busca da Excelência Moral do Homem

    O Nascimento e Desenvolvimento da Ética na Antiguidade

    O livro aborda a ética relacionando-a à moral e ao esforço humano de atingir a experiência da excelência moral como ideal supremo de vida. Busca as raízes que propiciaram o nascimento e desenvolvimento da ética tendo a moral como objeto de investigação racional, demostrado os nexos entre ética e moral indicando os equívocos comuns, congruências e dissensões conceituais e as várias concepções. O ... Read more

    $10.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus