The Greek Sceptics: From Pyrrho To Sextus (1869)

By Norman Maccoll

Book Overview

The Greek Sceptics: From Pyrrho To Sextus is a book written by Norman Maccoll and originally published in 1869. The book is a comprehensive study of the Greek sceptical philosophers, tracing their development from Pyrrho of Elis in the 4th century BC to Sextus Empiricus in the 2nd century AD. Maccoll provides a detailed analysis of the philosophical ideas and arguments of the sceptics, examining their views on knowledge, perception, and belief. He also explores the historical and cultural context in which the sceptics lived and worked, discussing their influence on later philosophical traditions and their relevance to contemporary debates in epistemology and metaphysics. The Greek Sceptics is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of philosophy or the development of sceptical thought.An Essay Which Obtained The Hare Prize In The Year 1868.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164861085
• ISBN13: 9781164861089
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 166 Pages
• Weight: 0.51 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"