Publisher's Synopsis
Proclus the Neoplatonic Philosopher is a book written by Thomas Taylor that delves into the life and teachings of Proclus, a prominent philosopher of the Neoplatonic school in ancient Greece. The book provides a comprehensive overview of Proclus' life, including his upbringing, education, and philosophical development. It also explores his major works and contributions to the Neoplatonic tradition, including his commentary on Plato's Timaeus and his own philosophical treatises. The book examines Proclus' ideas on metaphysics, theology, and epistemology, and how they influenced later philosophers and theologians. Additionally, the book explores the historical context in which Proclus lived, including the political and cultural climate of the late Roman Empire. Overall, Proclus the Neoplatonic Philosopher offers a detailed and insightful look into the life and teachings of one of the most important philosophers of the ancient world.The Former Consisting of Ten Doubts Concerning Providence, and a Solution of those Doubts; and the Latter Containing a Development of the Nature of Evil.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.
