The Cynic Philosophers [electronic resource] : from Diogenes to Julian
Diogenes of Sinope2012
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'Poverty does not consist in the want of money,' I answered, 'nor is begging to
be deplored. Poverty consists in the desire to have everything, and through
violent means if necessary'
From their founding in the fifth century BC and for over 800 years, the Cynic
philosophers sought to cure humanity of greed and vice with their proposal of
living simply. They guaranteed happiness to their adherents through freedom of
speech, poverty, self-sufficiency and physical hardiness. In this fascinating
and completely new collection of Cynic writing through the centuries, from
Diogenes and Hipparchia, to Lucian and the Roman emperor Julian, the history and
experiences of the Cynic philosophers are explored to the full.
Robert Dobbin's introduction examines the public image of the Cynics through the
ages, as well as the philosophy's contradictions and how their views on women
were centuries ahead of their time. This edition also includes notes on the
text, chronology, glossary and ...
Main title:
The Cynic Philosophers [electronic resource] : from Diogenes to Julian / Diogenes of Sinope
Author:
Diogenes of Sinope, Author
Imprint:
United Kingdom : Penguin, 2012
Collation:
1 online resource (1 text file)
Audience:
General/trade
System details:
Platform: epubMode of access: Internet
ISBN:
9780141939308
Language:
English
BRN:
433734
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| Location | Collection | Call number | Status/Desc |
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| Online | Online resource (Member logon) | indyreads - eBook |