The Beginnings of Philosophy in Greece

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A celebrated study of the origins of ancient Greek philosophy, now in English for the first time How can we talk about the beginnings of philosophy today How can we avoid the conventional opposition of mythology and the dawn of reason and instead explore the multiple styles of thought that emerged between them In this acclaimed book, available

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"[A] rich investigation of the origins of philosophical thought in Greek culture."---Peter Adamson, New York Review of Books
"Readers will come away with a much more nuanced understanding of the origins of philosophy in Greece and the many contributing factors."---David Lorimer, Paradigm Explorer
"[Sassis] understanding of ancient societies and philological tradition will enrich how surveys of ancient philosophy are taught."---P.W. Wakefield, Choice Reviews

Author Bio

Maria Michela Sassi teaches the history of ancient philosophy at the University of Pisa. Her books include The Science of Man in Ancient Greece.