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In this accessible and beautiful book, Yen Ooi explains the various facets of Rén and explores how this philosophy applies to everything from our relationship with ourselves and the people in our lives, to how we relate to society and the wider world. She shows us how, using the basic principles of Rén and through simple changes to our lives, we can connect better with friends, family, and colleagues, become helpful members of society, and find fulfillment in ideas of community, justice, morality, and compassion.

The 'Great Philosophers' series aims to present the life, thought and works of history's greatest thinkers to a non-specialist audience. The topics are dealt with in a simple but rigorous language that is basically suitable for anyone. The aim is to provide the reader with the essential cognitive tools to understand the fundamental features of the works of the author in question as well as the reflections produced on the authors that succeeded him. In this issue, after describing the main characteristics of Hellenism, we will introduce the three most critical philosophical currents of this ...

Plato explores the nature of knowledge through a conversation between Socrates, the young mathematician Theaetetus, and Theodorus, his teacher.

Unlock the secrets of ancient wisdom with Antisthenes for Beginners: The Life and Teachings of a Cynic Sage. This captivating book brings to life the philosophy of Antisthenes, a pioneering thinker who dared to defy societal norms and champion a life of virtue and simplicity. Immerse yourself in the riveting story of Antisthenes, a student of Socrates who carved his own path and founded the Cynic school of thought. His life and teachings offer a refreshing perspective in today’s materialistic world. Discover how his revolutionary ideas can transform your outlook on life. Explore the Roots...

Discover the power of words as you dive into The Plato Dictionary. This extraordinary book isn't just a lexical analysis of one of history's greatest philosophers, it's a key to unlock the profound wisdom of Plato himself. Within this book, you'll embark on a journey to understand the intricacies of Plato's philosophical thought, exploring his most frequently used words and phrases in all their nuanced glory. From "The Republic" to "Phaedrus," every dialogue is meticulously examined, offering a fascinating insight into Plato's mind, ideas, and influential concepts.

We live in a fast-paced world that has come to characterize the 21st century. We are bombarded with constant distractions, and silence has all but vanished from our daily schedule and practice. We are collectively exhausted, but we don’t really realize it. The exhaustion manifests in sicknesses we can’t identify, and if we can, it’s something we can’t pronounce. We batter ourselves against the daily onslaught that has become our lives.

Has philosophy always intrigued and fascinated you but also frightened you because of the complexity of its content and the philosophers' abstruse language? Or have you studied it at school without understanding it much and perhaps in an uninspiring way? This book is designed for those approaching philosophy for the first time and wanting to understand and love it without too much effort and in an enjoyable way. My First Socrates (and the pre-Socratics), the first issue of the Great Philosophers series, will take you on a fascinating journey to discover the beginnings of Western philosophy....

Da Socrate in poi, la filosofia ha affrontato gli eterni, fondamentali problemi dell'uomo. Luciano De Crescenzo ci accompagna fino alla loro soglia severa con simpatia e amabilità: con la sua prosa leggera trascina i lettori nella cella dove Socrate sta per morire o fra le vertiginose architetture intellettuali di Platone.

If you’ve ever wished for a calmer mind, a clearer sense of direction, or a way to stay steady when life becomes unpredictable, Roman Stoicism offers the blueprint. This book distills the strongest ideas from the most practical philosophy ever devised—crafted to help you think better, feel stronger, and live with greater purpose. Inside these pages, you’ll discover why Roman Stoicism has become the go-to guide for CEOs, creatives, parents, students, athletes, and anyone who wants a life anchored in clarity rather than chaos. You’ll learn what emperors used to stay steady under ...

In the third century BC, Stoicism arose in response to and under the influence of these older schools, combining many of the best theories from each into a more cohesive whole. With a greater flexibility and more practical application to everyday life, Stoicism quickly became a very popular school of thought, a growth made exponential by its introduction to the Romans.

Written nearly two thousand years ago, Emperor Marcus Aurelius‘s Meditations remains a relevant and profound philosophical exploration of what it means to live a meaningful life.

While medicine and science have obviously changed enormously since the classical world, and some Greco-Roman beliefs about diet now appear hilariously off the mark, How to Eat reveals that much of their advice still resonates—and all of it is fascinating.

¿Le preocupa su felicidad? ¿Siente inquietud por el porvenir? ¿Le llegan a angustiar los problemas cotidianos? Enfrentamos una época de grandes dificultades y cambios constantes. Nuestras maneras de vivir se ven alteradas por factores externos, por nuevas maneras de organizar el tiempo y el trabajo, por el ritmo de vida que llevamos. El desarrollo de la realidad virtual nos conduce hacia mundos insospechados donde los seres humanos tendremos que aprender a dar respuesta a nuevos retos e interrogantes.

Celebrated CUNY philosopher Massimo Pigliucci investigates the practical applications of Cicero’s skepticism, weaving together ancient wisdom, personal narrative, and practical insights to help readers find meaning through doubt Throughout history it has always been true that people don’t...

This second volume of Émile Bréhier’s History of Philosophy continues the monumental exploration of Western thought begun in the first volume, which traced the transformations of philosophy through the Hellenistic and Roman eras. Here, Bréhier turns to the Middle Ages and the Renaissance — two periods that, though often contrasted, are shown to be profoundly interconnected in the evolution of philosophical ideas. The volume opens with the dawn of medieval thought, when the collapse of the Roman Empire gave way to a new spiritual civilization founded upon Christianity. Bréhier ...

Reconocida como una obra casi científica, La naturaleza de las cosas se deslinda del conformismo y la mera aceptación y plantea los principios del «átomo» o también llamado por el autor como «la semilla». Lucrecio trata de explicarle a Memio, sin deslindarse de los dioses, que existe un complejo sistema que abarca los fundamentos de la vida. Es de este intrincado mecanismo de donde emergen las cosas y se generan los fenómenos. Es una certeza que hay leyes mecánicas que mueven al universo, y dentro de ese orden general, los hombres no somos más que piezas de un rompecabezas más grande.

Prepare to dive deep into the origins of Western philosophy, where the seeds of rational thought and scientific inquiry were first planted. In Thales & Zeno: Unveiling the Roots of Western Thought, you will explore the groundbreaking ideas of two of history’s most influential thinkers, Thales of Miletus and Zeno of Elea. This isn’t just another philosophy book—it’s your gateway to understanding the minds that shaped the intellectual world as we know it. Unlock the Secrets of Ancient Wisdom: Discover how Thales, the "Father of Western Philosophy," dared to explain the world through ...

Symposium by Plato is a philosophical dialogue centered around a banquet in ancient Athens, where several prominent figures, including Socrates, gather to discuss the nature of love.

Stoicism has a lot to offer that is as relevant today as it was 2,000 years ago—its guiding purpose was to help us to live better lives. The Stoic golden rule was that "we can't control external events, but we can choose how to respond to them". This idea can have a profound effect on how we exist in the world.

Life, Death, and Immortality: Exploring the Eternal Journey of the Soul. Phaedo by Plato is one of the philosopher’s most important dialogues, exploring profound themes such as the nature of the soul, immortality, and the afterlife.