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The Ethics of Epicurus and its Relation to Contemporary Doctrines

By Jean-Marie Guyau
Series: Re-inventing Philosophy as a Way of Life
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The Ethics of Epicurus and its Relation to Contemporary Doctrines by Jean-Marie Guyau examines Epicurean philosophy, exploring its ethical principles such as the pursuit of happiness through simple pleasures and the avoidance of pain. Guyau connects these ancient ideas with modern philosophical doctrines, offering insights into how Epicurean ethics can be relevant today. The book delves into the balance between individual happiness and collective well-being, presenting a thoughtful analysis of Epicurean thought in a contemporary context.
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This is the first English translation of a compelling and highly original reading of Epicurus by Jean-Marie Guyau. The Ethics of Epicurus and its Relation to Contemporary Doctrines has long been recognised as one of the best and most concerted attempts to explore one of the most important, yet controversial ancient philosophers whose thought, Guyau claims, remains vital to modern and contemporary culture.

Throughout the text, we are introduced to the origins of the philosophy of pleasure in Ancient Greece, with Guyau clearly demonstrating how this idea persists through the history of philosophy and how it is an essential trait in the Western tradition.

With an introduction by Keith Ansell-Pearson and Federico Testa, which contextualises the work of Guyau within the canon of French thought, and notes on both further reading and on Epicurean scholarship more generally, this translation also acts as a critical introduction to the philosophy of Guyau and Epicurus.

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This compelling work by Guyau explores Epicurean philosophy, providing valuable insights into its modern historical context while also offering a passionate defence of its relevance for contemporary ethics. The book is praised for introducing Epicureanism, its history from thinkers like Hobbes and Spinoza, and advocating for its practical application today. The translation is celebrated for reintroducing Guyau’s influential ideas to English readers, showcasing his impact on notable 19th-century intellectuals.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781350261020

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 18 May 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Bloomsbury Academic

Contributors:

  • Edited by Professor Keith Ansell Pearson
  • Translated by Federico Testa
  • Edited by Federico Testa

Audience: Tertiary education

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 22.0mm

Width: 152.0mm

Height: 232.0mm

Weight: 460g

Pages: 304

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About the Author

Jean-Marie Guyau (1854 –1888) was a French philosopher and poet. His central works include Esquisse d’une morale sans obligation ni sanction (A Sketch of Morality Independent of Obligation or Sanction) and L’IrrΓ©ligion de l’avenir (The Non-Religion of the Future). His works met an enthusiastic reception by important thinkers of his time, such as Friedrich Nietzsche, Pierre Kropotkin and Henri Bergson.

Federico Testa is an Associate Fellow at the Institute of Advanced Study of the University of Warwick, UK. His current research focuses on Michel Foucault’s politics of life, French contemporary philosophy and the revival of Hellenistic tradition within Modern and Contemporary philosophy.

Keith Ansell Pearson holds a Personal Chair in Philosophy at the University of Warwick, UK. He is the author of acclaimed monographs on Nietzsche and Bergson and has published a number of essays on Guyau’s ethics.

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