Publisher's Synopsis
Ethica Nicomachea, also known as Nicomachean Ethics, is a philosophical work written by the ancient Greek philosopher Aristotle. The book is a treatise on ethics, morality, and virtues, and is considered one of the most influential works in Western philosophy.In the book, Aristotle argues that the ultimate goal of human life is to achieve happiness, which he defines as a state of well-being that comes from living a virtuous life. He identifies various virtues, such as courage, justice, and wisdom, and discusses how they can be developed and practiced.Aristotle also explores the concept of moral responsibility, arguing that individuals are responsible for their actions and must make choices based on reason and moral principles. He discusses the role of education and upbringing in developing moral character, and emphasizes the importance of cultivating virtues in order to live a fulfilling and meaningful life.Overall, Ethica Nicomachea is a comprehensive and thought-provoking exploration of ethics and morality, and continues to be studied and debated by philosophers and scholars 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.
