Boethius' Consolation Of Philosophy - Couverture rigide

Boethius

Couverture rigide

ISBN 10 : 1161604618 ISBN 13 : 9781161604610

Editeur : Kessinger Publishing, 2010

Synopsis

Boethius' Consolation of Philosophy is a philosophical work written by the Roman statesman and philosopher, Boethius, in the early 6th century AD. The book is a dialogue between Boethius and Lady Philosophy, who appears to him in his prison cell where he awaits execution. Boethius laments his unjust imprisonment and the loss of his wealth and status, but Lady Philosophy reminds him that true happiness and fulfillment come from within and cannot be taken away by external circumstances.Throughout the book, Lady Philosophy guides Boethius in a discussion of various philosophical topics, including the nature of happiness, the role of fortune in human affairs, the problem of evil, and the relationship between free will and divine foreknowledge. She argues that the truest form of happiness is found in the contemplation of God, who is the source of all goodness and truth.Boethius' Consolation of Philosophy was widely read and influential in the Middle Ages, and it continues to be studied and admired today for its insights into the human condition and its exploration of the relationship between philosophy and faith. The book is considered a masterpiece of medieval literature and a testament to the enduring power of philosophy to provide solace and wisdom in times of hardship.An Excellent Translation With Very Useful Notes, And A Life Of Boethius, Drawn Up With Great Accuracy And Fidelity.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

A propos du livre

Présentation de l'éditeur

Boethius composed the Consolatio Philosophiae in the sixth century AD whilst awaiting death under torture. He had been condemned on a charge of treason which he protested was manifestly unjust. Though a convinced Christian, in detailing the true end of life which is the soul's knowledge of God, he consoled himself not with Christian precepts but with the tenets of Greek philosophy. This work dominated the intellectual world of the Middle Ages; writers as diverse as Thomas Aquinas, Jean de Meun, and Dante were inspired by it. In England it was rendered into Old English by Alfred the Great, into Middle English by Geoffrey Chaucer, and later Queen Elizabeth I made her own translation. The circumstances of composition, the heroic demeanour of the author, and the `Menippean' texture (part prose, part verse; Boethius was a considerable poet) have combined to exercise a fascination over students of philosophy and of literature ever since. Professor Walsh has included an introduction and explanatory notes which combined with his new translation make the text accessible to general readers and scholars alike.

Revue de presse

Both the notes and the thorough introduction to the work display Walsh's wide reading, erudition, and ease at addressing non-specialists. (The Classical Outlook, vol.78, no.2)

This volume fills a significant void in Boethian scholarship by providing the only thorough commentary on the "Consolatio" available in English. (The Classical Outlook, vol.78, no.2)

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Kessinger Publishing
• Date d'édition: 2010
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1161604618
• ISBN 13: 9781161604610
• Reliure: Relié
• Nombre de pages: 162
• Éditeur: Bax Ernest B
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
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