Publisher's Synopsis
The Hellenic Age: Platonism And Its Antecedents is a comprehensive book written by F. W. Bussell that explores the philosophical and cultural developments of ancient Greece. The book delves into the history of Platonism, a school of thought founded by the philosopher Plato, and its influences on Western philosophy and culture. Bussell examines the antecedents of Platonism, including the works of pre-Socratic philosophers such as Heraclitus and Parmenides, and the influence of Pythagoreanism on Plato's philosophy. The book also explores the social and political context of ancient Greece, including the role of religion, education, and democracy. Bussell's writing is clear and accessible, making this book an excellent resource for students and scholars of philosophy, history, and culture.THIS 170 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: School of Plato: Its Origin, Development, and Revival Under the Roman Empire, by F. W. Bussell. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1564596338.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.
