The Platonism Of Plutarch (1916) (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781165176069)

The Platonism of Plutarch is a book written by Roger Miller Jones and published in 1916. The book explores the philosophical ideas of Plutarch, a Greek philosopher and biographer who lived in the first and second centuries AD. Jones argues that Plutarch was heavily influenced by the ideas of Plato, and that his works can be read as a form of Platonism.The book begins by examining the life and works of Plutarch, and then goes on to explore his philosophical ideas in detail. Jones argues that Plutarch's philosophy is deeply rooted in the Platonic tradition, and that he was heavily influenced by the works of Plato and his followers. He also explores the ways in which Plutarch's ideas differ from those of Plato, and how Plutarch developed his own unique approach to philosophy.Throughout the book, Jones provides detailed analysis of Plutarch's writings, including his essays on ethics, politics, and religion. He also examines Plutarch's use of allegory and symbolism, and how these literary devices are used to convey his philosophical ideas.Overall, The Platonism of Plutarch is a detailed and insightful exploration of the philosophical ideas of one of the most important thinkers of the ancient world. It provides a fascinating insight into the development of Plutarch's thought, and the ways in which he drew on the ideas of Plato to create his own unique philosophy.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: Roger Miller Jones
ISBN-10: 1165176068
ISBN-13: 9781165176069
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 154
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 0.88lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.50d