Aristotle's "Metaphysics" : a reader's guide / Edward Halper.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Halper, Edward C., 1951- author.

Series:

Continuum reader's guides.

Continuum Reader's Guides

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Aristotle. Metaphysics.

Aristotle.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (157 pages).

Edition:

1st ed.

Place of Publication:

London ; New York, New York : Continuum, 2012.

Summary:

Aristotle'sMetaphysics is an extremely rich and important philosophical work thatcontinues to inspire reflection and debate. Indeed, no philosophical work hasbeen more influential.Yet, the Metaphysics is also notoriouslycomplex.Because the work is an inquirythat seeks to discover solutions to problems rather than to defend doctrines, readers often struggle to follow the text and to understand its finalsolutions.This book focuses on thefascinating metaphysical issues that Aristotle is addressing. By working through the text, Halper explainshow these issues arise, how the text engages them, and how it argues forsolutions.Besides showing how to read thetext, Halper aims to help readers reflect on the issues. Aristotle's Metaphysics: AReader's Guide presents a concise and accessible introduction to the text, offering invaluable guidance on: - Philosophical context- Key themes- Readingthe text- Reception and influence- Further reading

Contents:

Intro

Preface

1 Context

2 Overview of themes

3 Reading the text

4 Reception and influence

Guide to Further Reading

Index.

Notes:

Includes index.

Description based on print version record.

ISBN:

1-4411-1773-3

OCLC:

893330982