Aristotle James Garvey on purpose, cause, and that elusive golden mean.
ancient philosophy
Diogenes of Sinope
Julie Piering hears the howl of the dog philosopher.
Thales
Catherine Rowett peers back to what might be the beginning.
Plato
Debra Nails says that literary success eclipses Plato.
Zeno of Elea
John Palmer uncovers the surprising profundity of the inventor of paradox.
Socrates
George Rudebusch examines the examined life.
Knowing What’s Good For You
Peter Adamson considers ancient views of the good life.