The Human Wisdom Of St. Thomas: A Breviary Of Philosophy From The Works Of St. Thomas Aquinas (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781163175217)

The Human Wisdom of St. Thomas is a comprehensive book that presents the philosophy of St. Thomas Aquinas, one of the most influential theologians and philosophers in history. The book is written by Josef Pieper, a renowned philosopher, and theologian who provides a concise and accessible introduction to the thought and teachings of St. Thomas.The book is organized into chapters that cover a wide range of topics, including the nature of God, the human person, ethics, and the nature of reality. Each chapter is based on a selection of writings from St. Thomas, which Pieper has carefully selected and translated into English. These selections are presented in a clear and concise manner, making the book an excellent resource for anyone interested in the philosophy of St. Thomas.Pieper's commentary on each selection provides a helpful guide to understanding the complex ideas presented by St. Thomas. He also provides historical context and background information to help readers better understand the philosophical and theological debates of St. Thomas's time. The book is written in a clear and accessible style, making it an excellent resource for students, scholars, and anyone interested in the philosophy of St. Thomas Aquinas.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: Josef Pieper
ISBN-10: 1163175218
ISBN-13: 9781163175217
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 124
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.39lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.26d