Wisdom from the Ancients

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SKU: 9781851246144
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Wisdom from the Ancients is an insightful exploration into the philosophies and psychological insights of ancient civilisations. The book delves into timeless teachings that have shaped human understanding through the ages, reflecting on lessons that remain relevant today. It beautifully bridges past thoughts with contemporary life, offering readers profound guidance and reflection.
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You might enjoy this book if you have an interest in exploring ancient philosophies and the timeless psychological insights they offer. It's great for those who appreciate deep wisdom from historical thinkers and are curious about how these ideas can apply to modern life.

Wisdom from the Ancients

A beautifully packaged collection of 400 sayings, riddles and aphorisms from the ancient and medieval world.

Description

Words of wisdom and advice for leading a good life have long been part of society, handed down from one generation to the next.

Plenty of these wise observations originated from the philosophers of Ancient Greece and Rome, and went on to circulate widely among the Arabic-speaking communities of the Middle Ages, who added new sayings of their own. This collection features over 400 sayings, riddles, and aphorisms from the ancient and medieval world in English translation. Grouped by themes including medicine, food, politics, and nature, they derive from a range of philosophers and physicians, from Aristotle, Socrates, and Plato to al-Kindi, Ibn Hind, and al-Razi.

Packed with timeless advice to contemplate, share, and enjoy, this entertaining book offers readers a gateway to ancient and medieval cultures whose musings on philosophy, health, and life are as authoritative and relevant now as they were then.

'There is much to know, but life is short. Take the knowledge that you can achieve, from little to more.' — Hippocrates

'Wisdom is the nourishment and adornment of the soul.' — Ibn al-Muqaffa

'Pleasing all people is an impossible goal, but do not worry about the anger of those who are pleased with tyranny.' — Aristotle

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781851246144

Publisher: Bodleian Library

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 14 September 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Bodleian Library

Contributors:

Edited by Simon Swain
Edited by Emilie Savage-Smith

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 118.0mm

Height: 184.0mm

Weight: 322g

Pages: 176

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About the Author

Simon Swain is professor of Classics and Greco-Arabic at the University of Warwick. Emilie Savage-Smith was professor of the history of Islamic science at the University of Oxford.