Publisher's Synopsis
The Neo-Platonists: A Study in the History of Hellenism is a book written by Thomas Whittaker that explores the philosophy of Neo-Platonism, a school of thought that emerged in the third century AD and had a significant impact on Western philosophy. The book provides a detailed analysis of the ideas and beliefs of the Neo-Platonists, including their views on the nature of reality, the soul, and the divine. It also examines the historical context in which Neo-Platonism developed, including the influence of earlier Greek philosophers such as Plato and Aristotle, as well as the political and cultural climate of the time. Whittaker's book is widely regarded as a seminal work in the field of Hellenistic philosophy, and is essential reading for anyone interested in the history of Western thought.1901. Contents: Graeco-Roman Civilization in its Political Development; The Stages of Greek Philosophy; Religious Developments in Later Antiquity; Plotinus and his Nearest Possessions; The Philosophical System of Plotinus;The Mysticism of Plotinus; The Diffusion of Neo-Platonism; The Polemic against Christianity; The Athenian School;and The Influence of Neo-Platonism.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.
