{"product_id":"the-epicurus-reader-by-lloyd-p-gerson-9780872202412","title":"The Epicurus Reader","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Epicurus Reader\u003c\/em\u003e offers a comprehensive glimpse into the life and teachings of Epicurus through various texts and testimonies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTABLE OF CONTENTS:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIntroduction: Gain an understanding of the historical context and significance of Epicurus through a detailed introduction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe ancient biography of Epicurus: Discover the life story of one of the ancient world's most influential philosophers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe extant letters: Explore the surviving letters of Epicurus that highlight his philosophical thoughts and perspectives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAncient collections of maxims: Delve into collections of Epicurean sayings that encapsulate his teachings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDoxographical reports: Read about the documented reports that capture the essence of Epicurean doctrine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe testimony of Cicero: Understand Cicero's views and interpretations of Epicurean philosophy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe testimony of Lucretius: Examine Lucretius's accounts that shed light on the Epicurean way of thinking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe polemic of Plutarch: Consider Plutarch's critiques and engagements with Epicurean philosophy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eShort fragments and testimonia from known works:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eFrom \u003cem\u003eOn Nature\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eFrom \u003cem\u003eThe Puzzles\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eFrom \u003cem\u003eOn the Goal\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eFrom \u003cem\u003eThe Symposium\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eFrom \u003cem\u003eAgainst Theophrastus\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eFragments of Epicurus' letters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eShort fragments and testimonia from uncertain works:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eLogic and epistemology\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003ePhysics and theology\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eEthics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIndex: Navigate easily through the topics discussed in \u003cem\u003eThe Epicurus Reader\u003c\/em\u003e with the help of a comprehensive index.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette New Zealand Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47384031756524,"sku":"9780872202412","price":16.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/14520703482498.jpg?v=1773397091","url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/products\/the-epicurus-reader-by-lloyd-p-gerson-9780872202412","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}