Roman Stoic thinkers in the imperial period adapted Greek doctrine to create a model of the self that served to connect philosophical ideals with traditional societal values. The Roman Stoics-the most prominent being Marcus Aurelius-engaged in rigorous self-examination that enabled them to integrate philosophy into the practice of living. Gretchen Reydams-Schils's innovative new book shows how these Romans applied their distinct brand of social ethics to everyday relations and responsibilities. The Roman Stoics reexamines the philosophical basis that instructed social practice in...
Roman Stoic thinkers in the imperial period adapted Greek doctrine to create a model of the self that served to connect philosophical ideals with trad...
Roman Stoics of the imperial period developed a distinctive model of social ethics, one which adapted the ideal philosophical life to existing communities and everyday societal values. Gretchen Reydams-Schils s innovative book shows how these Romans including such philosophers as Marcus Aurelius, Seneca, Hierocles, and Epictetus applied their distinct brand of social ethics to daily relations and responsibilities, creating an effective model of involvement and ethical behavior in the classical world. "The Roman Stoics" reexamines the philosophical basis that instructed social practice in...
Roman Stoics of the imperial period developed a distinctive model of social ethics, one which adapted the ideal philosophical life to existing communi...
In recent years, Plato s "Timaeus" has recaptured the interest of scholars, sparking an exploration of the astonishing influence this work has had on a wide range of intellectual traditions. "Plato s "Timaeus" as Cultural Icon" brings together a group of leading experts from Canada, the United States, and Europe to examine the reception of Plato s "Timaeus" throughout history, as well as its impact on major intellectual and cultural traditions. Gretchen J. Reydams-Schils s enlightening introduction tackles the issue of why the "Timaeus" has enjoyed such tremendous cultural status and...
In recent years, Plato s "Timaeus" has recaptured the interest of scholars, sparking an exploration of the astonishing influence this work has had on ...
In recent years, Plato s "Timaeus" has recaptured the interest of scholars, sparking an exploration of the astonishing influence this work has had on a wide range of intellectual traditions. "Plato s "Timaeus" as Cultural Icon" brings together a group of leading experts from Canada, the United States, and Europe to examine the reception of Plato s "Timaeus" throughout history, as well as its impact on major intellectual and cultural traditions. Gretchen J. Reydams-Schils s enlightening introduction tackles the issue of why the "Timaeus" has enjoyed such tremendous cultural status and...
In recent years, Plato s "Timaeus" has recaptured the interest of scholars, sparking an exploration of the astonishing influence this work has had on ...
