Plotinus' Search For The Good (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781258034917)

Plotinus' Search For The Good is a philosophical book written by Joseph Katz that explores the teachings and ideas of the ancient Greek philosopher Plotinus. The book is divided into three parts, each of which focuses on a different aspect of Plotinus' philosophy.In the first part, Katz provides an overview of Plotinus' life and the historical context in which he lived. He also discusses Plotinus' key philosophical concepts, including his belief in the existence of a transcendent realm of reality that is beyond the physical world.The second part of the book delves deeper into Plotinus' ideas about the nature of the good. Katz examines Plotinus' belief that the ultimate goal of human existence is to achieve union with the divine, and he explores the various ways in which Plotinus believed this could be accomplished.Finally, in the third part of the book, Katz discusses the legacy of Plotinus' philosophy and its influence on subsequent thinkers. He also provides a critical evaluation of Plotinus' ideas, highlighting both their strengths and weaknesses.Overall, Plotinus' Search For The Good is a comprehensive and insightful exploration of the ideas of one of the most important philosophers in Western history. It will be of interest to anyone interested in philosophy, spirituality, or the history of ideas.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.

Author: Joseph Katz
ISBN-10: 1258034913
ISBN-13: 9781258034917
Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLC
Language: English
Published: 06/05/2011
Pages: 118
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 0.76lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.44d