Theophrastus, Charles E Bennett (Charles Edwin), William A Hammond (William Alexander)

Broschiertes Buch

The Characters of Theophrastus

Beschreibung

"The Characters of Theophrastus" offers a fascinating window into ancient Greek society through a series of insightful and often humorous character sketches. Theophrastus, a student of Aristotle, delves into human nature, exploring moral character and ethical theory with remarkable precision. This collection provides a compelling exploration of virtue and vice, offering timeless observations on the nuances of human behavior. More than just a historical document, "The Characters" presents archetypes that resonate even today, revealing enduring truths about the human condition. Theophrastus's keen observations provide a unique perspective on ancient philosophy and offer valuable insights into the foundations of ethical thought. A cornerstone of classical literature, this volume provides a compelling glimpse into the moral landscape of the ancient world. This meticulously prepared print edition invites readers to engage with the wisdom of Theophrastus and consider the timeless relevance of his character studies. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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Theophrastus, born around 371 BCE in Eresos, Lesbos, was an ancient Greek philosopher and successor to Aristotle in the Peripatetic school. As a prolific author, he significantly contributed to the disciplines of botany, ethics, physics, and metaphysics, among others. His most celebrated work, 'The Characters of Theophrastus', remains an insightful exploration of human behavior and social types (Theophrastus, 1870). This collection of 30 brief, yet profound, character sketches provides valuable observations of the foibles and virtues observed in everyday life, demonstrating Theophrastus's keen eye for the subtleties of human personality and behavior, thereby cementing his place in the annals of literature as the 'father of character writing' (Fortenbaugh & Gutas, 1992). His writing style in 'The Characters' is marked by its clarity, precision, and use of lexis suitable for capturing the idiosyncrasies of the individuals he describes. Theophrastus's influence extended beyond his own era, with his work being studied and admired during the Renaissance and contributing to the development of character literature in the 17th century. His contributions to various fields and his unique approach to studying human nature through literary sketches have secured Theophrastus a lasting legacy in the pantheon of classical literature (Diggle, 2004).

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Creative Media Partners, LLC
• Seitenzahl: 80
• Erscheinungstermin: 29. März 2025
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 234mm x 156mm x 4mm
• Gewicht: 122g
• ISBN-13: 9781023561396
• ISBN-10: 1023561395
• Artikelnr.: 74020083