Join us on a literary world trip!
Add this book to bookshelf
Grey
Write a new comment Default profile 50px
Grey
Subscribe to read the full book or read the first pages for free!
All characters reduced
Socrates’ Children - An Introduction to Philosophy from the 100 Greatest Philosophers: Volume I: Ancient Philosophers - cover

Socrates’ Children - An Introduction to Philosophy from the 100 Greatest Philosophers: Volume I: Ancient Philosophers

Peter Kreeft

Publisher: Word on Fire

  • 0
  • 0
  • 0

Summary

Peter Kreeft, esteemed philosophy professor and author of over eighty books, has taught college philosophy for sixty years. Throughout those decades, he yearned for a beginner's philosophy text that was clear, accessible, enjoyable, and exciting (perhaps even funny). Finding none that met those criteria, he eventually decided to write it himself.  In this four-volume series, Kreeft delivers, with his characteristic wit and clarity, an introduction to philosophy via the hundred greatest philosophers of all time. Socrates’ Children examines the big ideas of four major eras―ancient, medieval, modern, and contemporary―and immerses the reader in the “great conversation,” the ongoing dialogue among the great thinkers of history, including the most influential philosopher of all: Socrates, the father of Western philosophy.  Volume I: Ancient Philosophers investigates the foundations of philosophy laid by the ancient sages, Greeks, and Romans and introduces the philosophers who asked the first great philosophical questions―about good and evil; truth and falsehood; wisdom, beauty, and love; and the self, the world, and God. 
Available since: 02/27/2023.
Print length: 216 pages.

Other books that might interest you

  • From Colonies to Constitution - The Evolution of American Democracy - cover

    From Colonies to Constitution -...

    Anthony Alexis

    • 0
    • 0
    • 0
    Discover the Untold Story of a Nation's Journey to Democracy 
     
    Delve into America's vibrant history of struggle, courage, and transformation with From Colonies to Constitution: The Evolution of American Democracy. This captivating journey reveals how a collection of colonies evolved into a powerful democracy. 
     
    Explore the early interactions between Native Americans and colonists as they navigated the path to independence. Experience the revolutionary spirit behind the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution—cornerstones of governance that echo through power corridors today. 
     
    Witness a divided nation’s quest for unity amidst the Civil War, the fight for African American and Women's voting rights, and the ongoing battles for equality. From the industrial boom to global conflicts, see how America emerged on the world stage through economic trials and significant movements like the Civil Rights Movement. 
     
    Engage with the framework of American governance, including the three branches of government, the electoral system, and the political ideologies shaping the democratic process. Discover the impactful lives and legacies of national leaders who have defined America’s path forward. 
     
    This comprehensive exploration is more than a historical study; it ignites a passion for the ongoing pursuit of freedom and justice. Whether you're a history enthusiast or curious learner, this book invites you to reflect on the enduring spirit of democracy thriving in America’s heart. Embark on this illuminating journey and become part of the evolving narrative.
    Show book
  • Hannah on Hungerstrike - cover

    Hannah on Hungerstrike

    William T McCartney

    • 0
    • 0
    • 0
    This play is about Hanna Sheehy Skeffington on hunger strike in Mountjoy. She is joined by James Connolly in Mountjoy prison. In 1913 both were in Mountjoy prison and both went on hunger strike. The people are real and of great historical importance. The events are real. The dialogue is fictitious and is the author’s attempt to simulate the issues at that time. A degree of artistic nuance has been applied to the setting. The content therefore, while based on real events and people, is not a factual historical record but just the opinion of the author.
    Show book
  • Free to Obey - How the Nazis Invented Modern Management - cover

    Free to Obey - How the Nazis...

    Johann Chapoutot

    • 0
    • 0
    • 0
    What if the rules of modern capitalism were written during the Third Reich?  Reinhard Höhn (1904-2000) was a commander of the SS, one of Nazi Germany’s most brilliant legal minds, and an archetype of the fervid technocrats and intellectuals that built the Third Reich. Following Germany’s defeat, after a few years in hiding, he emerged in the early 1950s as the founder and director of a renowned management school in Lower Saxony.  Höhn’s story wouldn’t be very different from that of many other prominent Nazis if not for the fact that a vast number of Germany’s postwar business leaders—more than 600,000 executives—were educated at his management school.  In this fascinating book, Johann Chapoutot, one of France’s most brilliant historians, traces the profound links between Nazism and the principles of modern corporate management, our definitions of success, and a concept of personal freedom that masks rigid hierarchical structures of power and control.  “One of the most gifted European historians of his generation.”—Timothy Snyder, New York Times best-selling author of On Tyranny
    Show book
  • The Origins of Elected Strongmen - How Personalist Parties Destroy Democracy from Within - cover

    The Origins of Elected Strongmen...

    Erica Frantz, Andrea...

    • 0
    • 0
    • 0
    Since the end of World War II, democracies typically fell apart by coup d'état or through force. Today, however, they are increasingly eroding at the hands of democratically elected incumbents, who seize control by slowly chipping away at democratic institutions. To better understand these developments, this book examines the role of personalist political parties, or parties that exist primarily to further their leader's career as opposed to promote a specific policy platform. Using original data capturing levels of personalism in the parties of democratically elected leaders from 1991 to 2020, The Origins of Elected Strongmen shows that the rise of personalist parties around the globe is facilitating the decline of democracy. 
     
     
     
    Personalist parties lack both the incentive and capacity to push back against a leader's efforts to expand executive power. As such, leaders backed by personalist parties are more likely to succeed in their efforts to dismantle institutional constraints on their rule. Such attacks on state institutions, in turn, reverberate throughout society, deepening political polarization and weakening supporters' commitment to democratic norms of behavior. In these ways, ruling party personalism erodes horizontal and vertical constraints on a leader, ultimately degrading democracy and raising the risk of democratic failure.
    Show book
  • CEO China: Book Summary & Analysis - cover

    CEO China: Book Summary & Analysis

    Briefly Summaries

    • 0
    • 0
    • 0
    This is a concise summary and analysis of CEO, China, by Kerry Brown.
     
    It is not the original book and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Kerry Brown.
     
    Ideal those seeking a quick and insightful overview.
     
    This book delves into the life, rise, and leadership of Xi Jinping, the paramount leader of modern China. It examines how Xi’s strategic vision has reshaped the political, economic, and international landscape of the nation, solidifying his position as a global power broker. Through a detailed exploration of Xi’s governance style, policies, and the challenges he faces, this work provides critical insights into China’s evolving role on the world stage and its implications for the future.
    Show book
  • Empath Survival Guide and Narcissistic Relationship 2-in-1 Book - Stay Clear From Toxic Relationships Narcissistic People and Emotional Abuse Includes Recovery Plan and 30 Day Challenge - cover

    Empath Survival Guide and...

    ASTRID HUNT

    • 0
    • 0
    • 0
    Are you in a relationship with someone who demands to be the center of attention? Do you always feel ignored or dismissed whenever you disagree with your partner? Have you ever wondered how you could successfully end a relationship with a narcissist? Then you need to keep listening... 
    This includes two books:Empath Survival Guide: Protect yourself from narcissists & toxic relationships. Discover how to stop absorbing other people’s painNarcissistic Relationship: Discover how to recover, protect and heal yourself from a toxic abusive relationship with a narcissist 
    Here's a short preview of what you'll discover:The revolutionary formula for transforming yourself into a joyful and healthy empath (even if you feel like the weight of the world is on your shoulders).The most effective ways to create an emotional force field and protect yourself (hint: you need to avoid certain types of people like the plague)The five worst self-damaging habits that empaths need to overcome IMMEDIATELY.How to avoid confusing narcissism with similar personality traits and why telling them apart is crucial.Why it’s important to know IMMEDIATELY if you are in a narcissistic relationship.The exact formula for deciding if the relationship can still be saved (and when to end it for your safety)How to EFFECTIVELY stop being a victim even if this has been the status quo for a long time.The tried and tested ways to heal from a narcissistic relationship and recover your self-worth. 
    If you want to unlock access to this potent information about the empath psyche and reach your full potential, then you should start this audiobook today!
    Show book