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Dive into the profound world of metaphysics, where we explore the nature of substance, accidents, causation, and the divine. This ancient philosophical text, originally lost to Western Europe during the Dark Ages, invites listeners to ponder the fundamental questions of existence and reality. Join Geoffrey Edwards as he guides you through these timeless concepts.

Aristotle's Poetics is best known for its definitions and analyses of tragedy and comedy, but it also applies to truth and beauty as they are manifested in the other arts. In our age, when the natural and social sciences have dominated the quest for truth, it is helpful to consider why Aristotle claimed poetry is more philosophical and more significant than history. Like so many other works by Aristotle, the Poetics has dominated the way we have thought about all forms of dramatic performance in Europe and America ever since.

Discover the timeless wisdom and philosophical insights of Aristotle's 'Nicomachean Ethics.' Delve into the complexities of human nature and morality, and explore the principles of virtue, happiness, and personal fulfillment. Experience the power of ancient Greek philosophy to inform and enrich our modern lives, and to inspire us to live with greater purpose and meaning.https://www.solgood.org - Check out our Streaming Service for our full collection of audiobooks, podcasts, short stories, & 10 hour sounds for sleep and relaxation at our website

In this engaging little Blue Book No. 39, renowned author Will Durant explores the life and teachings of Aristotle (384-322 B.C.E.), a brilliant Macedonian thinker who was once a student of Plato and later became the mentor of Alexander the Great. While Alexander set out to conquer the world, Aristotle returned to Athens to establish the Lyceum, where he made groundbreaking contributions to biology, logic, literary theory, ethics, and political science. Rejecting the abstract ideals of his teacher Plato, Aristotle focused on the natural world, famously studying the development of the chick ...

Dive into the fascinating world of animal motion with Movement of Animals, a profound exploration of the physics behind how creatures move and the philosophical inquiry into the existence of God as the Unmoved Mover beyond our Universe. Complementing this, Progression of Animals delves into the anatomical design of animals, pondering the purpose behind their various physical features. Join Geoffrey Edwards as he guides you through these captivating discussions that intertwine science and philosophy.

The national debate over popular music's effect on character is both furious and confused. Conservatives complain primarily about lyrics, appealing to public decency and safety. Liberals, swift to the defense of any self-expression, simultaneously celebrate rock's liberating ethos and deny its cultural influence.

Dive into the philosophical world of Aristotle with Rhetoric to Alexander and On Virtues and Vices. While some attribute Rhetoric to Alexander to Aristotle, others think it was the work of Anaximenes of Lampsacus. This captivating work, translated by Edward Seymour Forster, explores the art of persuasion. On Virtues and Vices, also attributed to Aristotle, is the briefest of his four ethical treatises. Unravel Aristotles thoughts on morality in this translation by J. Solomon. Both summaries are adapted from Wikipedia by Geoffrey Edwards.

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