Sextus Empiricus: Against the Physicists
Cambridge University Press
Edition: New, 7/2/2015
EAN 9781107532274, ISBN10: 1107532272
Paperback, 214 pages, 22.9 x 15.2 x 1.2 cm
Language: English
Originally published in English
Sextus Empiricus' Against the Physicists examines numerous topics central to ancient Greek inquiries into the nature of the physical world, covering subjects such as god, cause and effect, whole and part, bodies, place, motion, time, number, coming into being and perishing and is the most extensive surviving treatment of these topics by an ancient Greek sceptic. Sextus scrutinizes the theories of non-sceptical thinkers and generates suspension of judgement through the assembly of equally powerful opposing arguments. Richard Bett's edition provides crucial background information about the text and elucidation of difficult passages. His accurate and readable translation is supported by substantial interpretative aids, including a glossary and a list of parallel passages relating Against the Physicists to other works by Sextus. This is an indispensable edition for advanced students and scholars studying this important work by an influential philosopher.
Abbreviations
Introduction
Note on the text and translation
Outline of argument
Book 1
Book 2
Glossary
List of names
Parallels between Against the Physicists and other works of Sextus
Bibliography.