Aristotle
The Nicomachean Ethics
- ISBN 13:
- 9780140455472
- author:
- Aristotle
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Penguin Classics
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2020
- Pages:
- 528
- Dimensions:
- 19.8 x 12.9 x 2.2 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Nonfiction, Philosophy, Good & Evil,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
Aristotle's Nicomachean Ethics is a foundational work of philosophical inquiry into the nature of the good life. This treatise explores the concept of the golden mean, which seeks to balance excess and deficiency in pursuit of a virtuous existence. By examining the human condition and the role of experience in shaping our understanding of morality, Aristotle offers a nuanced and thought-provoking exploration of the human experience.
Through a series of discussions on topics such as moral worth, intellectual virtue, and happiness, The Nicomachean Ethics invites readers to consider the complexities of human nature and the challenges of living a life of virtue. This translation presents Aristotle's ideas in a clear and accessible manner, making it an ideal resource for those seeking to deepen their understanding of ethics and moral philosophy.