Publisher's Synopsis
The Nicomachean Ethics is a philosophical treatise written by the ancient Greek philosopher Aristotle in the 4th century BC. The book explores the nature of human happiness and how it can be attained through virtuous behavior. Aristotle argues that happiness is the ultimate goal of human existence and that it can only be achieved through a life of virtue and moral excellence.The book is divided into ten chapters, each of which explores a different aspect of ethical theory. In the first chapter, Aristotle introduces the concept of eudaimonia, or happiness, and argues that it is the ultimate goal of human life. He then goes on to discuss the nature of virtue and how it can be cultivated through habituation and practice.Throughout the book, Aristotle emphasizes the importance of practical wisdom and the role it plays in ethical decision-making. He argues that ethical behavior is not a matter of following rules or principles, but rather of making practical judgments based on the particular circumstances of each situation.The Nicomachean Ethics is one of the most influential works in the history of philosophy and has had a profound impact on Western thought. It continues to be studied and debated by scholars and thinkers to this day.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.
