Consolation of Philosophy

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Consolation of Philosophy by Boethius explores themes of fortune, happiness, and the fickle nature of fame and wealth through a dialogue between the author, imprisoned and awaiting execution, and Lady Philosophy. As she consoles him, they discuss the transient nature of worldly successes and the eternal perspective of philosophical wisdom. The narrative artfully blends poetry and prose, offering profound insights into finding inner peace amidst hardship.
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You might enjoy this classic work if you're intrigued by the interplay of fortune, fate, and the quest for true happiness. Blending prose and poetry, it offers profound reflections on the nature of human existence and wisdom, making it an engaging read for those who appreciate ancient philosophical insights.

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Consolation of Philosophy

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"Entirely faithful to Boethius' Latin; it makes the philosophy of the Consolation of Philosophy intelligible to students; it gives equal weight to the poetry -- in fact, Relihan's metrical translation of Boethius' metra are themselves contributions of the first moment to Boethian studies. Boethius finally has a translator equal to his prodigious talents and his manifold vision." -- Joseph Pucci, Brown University.

Joel Relihan is Associate Professor of Classics, Wheaton College.

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Consolation of Philosophy by Boethius receives praise for its literary approach, faithfully translating Boethius' Latin and making the philosophy accessible. Reviewers highlight the balance between conveying philosophical ideas and capturing the poetic essence, noting the translation's contribution to Boethian studies.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780872205833

Publisher: Hackett Publishing Co, Inc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 October 2001

Country: United States

Imprint: Hackett Publishing Co, Inc

Illustration: Illustrations

Contributors:

  • Translated by Joel C. Relihan

Audience: Tertiary education, Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Width: 140.0mm

Height: 216.0mm

Weight: 312g

Pages: 250

About the Author

Boethius; Translated by Joel Relihan

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