Greek Society

In The Republic, Plato tackles the big issues of the state and the individual: how the state should be ruled, and by whom; and the way the individual should lead his life - and why. The lively quality of the dialogue can be clearly appreciated in this new translation by Tom Griffith.

Stoicism is an active philosophy. That means that it is not enough to know its doctrines; one must also live them and develop habits that expand on and complete their ideas in practice. Practice, therefore, is also the focus of this audiobook, as well as the development of the listener's inner and outer lives, that they may follow their own path and discover what it means to “live life in accordance with nature”. You will discover Stoicism and how to apply it.

The Wise Owl's Guide to Ancient Greek Philosophy is an engaging and enlightening book that introduces readers, particularly ninth-grade students, to the timeless wisdom of ancient Greek philosophies. Through a captivating narrative, the book explores the foundational principles of Stoicism, Epicureanism, Cynicism, and other philosophical schools. It delves into the lives and teachings of great thinkers like Socrates, Plato, Aristotle, and Diogenes of Sinope, revealing their profound insights on virtue, resilience, and inner peace.The book emphasizes the importance of questioning, seeking ...

To many in the ancient world, their gods and goddesses were all around them and could be seen daily in nature, which meant that nearly every kind of animal, both domestic and wild, was associated with a god or goddess. In places like Egypt and Greece, deities and other mythological characters were often depicted with human bodies and animal heads, and various Greek religious rituals relied on sacrificing animals. Animals were constantly involved in the core elements of Greek society and cults.