Description: This book delves into the fundamental nature of being and the categories that organize our understanding of existence. The author, drawing upon ancient Greek philosophical traditions, examines the core concepts of substance, quantity, relation, quality, and action. He explores how these categories, or "genera," are not simply abstract labels but reflect the inherent structure of reality itself. The author meticulously examines the intricate relationships between these categories, unveiling the potential for both unity and multiplicity in the world of thought. He does not shy away from challenging conventional definitions, meticulously dissecting the nuances of each category to arrive at a more profound and nuanced understanding. By engaging with this ancient text, the reader can gain a new perspective on the essential building blocks of our reality and the profound philosophical questions that have captivated thinkers for centuries. The book's insightful exploration of these categories provides a timeless framework for understanding the complex nature of existence, offering a valuable resource for those seeking deeper philosophical inquiry. Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books.This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. This text has been digitally restored from a historical edition. Some aesthetic errors may persist, however it has been deemed that any such will not detract from the work's significant historical value. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase.
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Original Language: English
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Book Title: Plotinus : On the One and Good; Being the Treatises of the Sixth Ennead, Translated from the Greek (Classic Reprint)
Number of Pages: 268 Pages
Language: English
Publisher: Forgotten Books
Item Height: 0.6 in
Topic: General, History & Surveys / Ancient & Classical
Publication Year: 2015
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Genre: Philosophy, Literary Collections
Item Weight: 12.8 Oz
Author: Stephen Mackenna
Item Length: 9 in
Item Width: 6 in
Format: Trade Paperback
