Remes, Pauliina
Neoplatonism (Ancient Philosophies)
- ISBN 13:
- 9781844651252
- author:
- Remes, Pauliina
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Acumen Publishing Ltd
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2008
- Pages:
- 224
- Dimensions:
- 138mm X 216mm
- Genre:
- Philosophy
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Neoplatonism provides a fresh perspective on the philosophical ideas of Plotinus and his followers. Until recently, their concepts were often viewed as mere religious or magical mumbo-jumbo, but recent research has shed new light on the subject. This introduction by Pauliina Remes reassesses Neoplatonism's philosophical credentials, exploring its development from Plotinus to the closure of Plato's Academy in 529 AD. The book examines the ideas of key Neoplatonists, including Porphyry, Iamblichus, Proclus, Simplicius, and Damascius, alongside classical Platonism, Stoicism, and other intellectual movements of the time. Remes offers a valuable survey for students and non-specialists alike, providing a comprehensive overview of Neoplatonism's philosophical issues and its place within the broader intellectual landscape of ancient Greece.
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