Introduction to Presocratics : A Thematic Approach to Early Greek Philosophy with Key Readings (Paperback)

Preface viii

Chronology xi

Reference Guide to the Presocratics xii

Map: The Eastern Mediterranean in the Sixth and Fifth Century bce xiv

1 Introduction 1

2 The Philosophers 9

3 Principles 19

4 Cosmos 31

5 Being 41

6 Soul 52

7 Knowledge 62

8 Ethics 71

9 Conclusion 80

Appendix A: Translation of the Main Fragments 82

Appendix B: The Presocratic Sources 116

Appendix C: The Presocratic Legacy 119

Glossary of Greek Terms 131

Glossary of Philosophical Terms 134

Bibliography 141

Index 151