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Boethius' Consolation Of Philosophy

Boethius' Consolation Of Philosophy

Boethius
Colville, George
Bax, Ernest B.

Paperback

PhilosophyLiterary CriticismGeneral Education

ISBN10: 1425491235
ISBN13: 9781425491239
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: May 5 2006
Pages: 160
Weight: 0.63
Height: 0.34 Width: 7.50 Depth: 9.25
Language: English
Boethius' Consolation of Philosophy is a classic philosophical work that was written by the Roman philosopher and statesman, Boethius, in the 6th century. The book is a dialogue between Boethius and Lady Philosophy, who appears to him in his prison cell where he is awaiting execution. Lady Philosophy offers him comfort and guidance, helping him to understand the nature of happiness, the role of fate and free will, and the true nature of good and evil. Through their conversations, Boethius learns to accept his fate and find peace in his circumstances. The book is considered a masterpiece of medieval literature and has been influential in shaping Western thought and philosophy. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of philosophy or seeking guidance on how to navigate life's challenges.An Excellent Translation With Very Useful Notes, And A Life Of Boethius, Drawn Up With Great Accuracy And Fidelity.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work

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