Publisher's Synopsis
The Life of Pythagoras is a biography of the famous Greek philosopher and mathematician Pythagoras, written by the Neoplatonic philosopher Iamblichus. The book provides a detailed account of Pythagoras' life, teachings, and influence on ancient Greek thought and culture. Iamblichus draws on various sources, including the works of earlier biographers and Pythagoras' own teachings, to create a comprehensive portrait of the philosopher. The book covers Pythagoras' early life, his travels to Egypt and other parts of the world, his founding of the Pythagorean school, and his teachings on mathematics, music, ethics, and spirituality. The Life of Pythagoras is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of philosophy, mathematics, or ancient Greek culture.1918. An abridged version of this scarce mystical classic translated by Thomas Taylor.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.
