A unique new volume illuminating the philosophy of the ancient Greek and Roman Cynics
From their founding in the fifth century BC and for over 800 years, the Cynic philosophers sought to cure humanity of greed and vice with their proposal of living simply. They guaranteed happiness to their adherents through freedom of speech, poverty, self-sufficiency and physical hardiness. In this fascinating and completely new collection of Cynic writing through the centuries, from Diogenes and Hipparchia, to Lucian and the Roman emperor Julian, the history and experiences of the Cynic philosophers are explored to the full.
By:
Diogenes of Sinope, Emperor Julian, Lucian Translated by:
Robert Dobbin Imprint: Penguin Country of Publication: United Kingdom Dimensions:
Height: 196mm,
Width: 129mm,
Spine: 18mm
Weight: 222g ISBN:9780141192222 ISBN 10: 0141192224 Pages: 288 Publication Date:26 February 2013 Audience:
General/trade
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ELT Advanced
Format:Paperback Publisher's Status: Active
