Plotinus

In this engaging introduction, Eyjólfur K. Emilsson sets out Plotinus’ influence on Western philosophy. Including a chronology, glossary of terms, and suggestions for further reading, Plotinus is an ideal introduction to this major figure in Western philosophy, and is essential reading for students of ancient philosophy and classics.

Plotinus (AD 205270) was the founder of Neoplatonism, whose thought has had a profound influence on medieval philosophy, and on Western philosophy more broadly. In this engaging book, Eyjólfur K. Emilsson introduces and explains the full spectrum of Plotinus philosophy for those coming to his work for the first time.

Beginning with a chapter-length overview of Plotinus life and works which also assesses the Platonic, Aristotelian and Stoic traditions that influenced him, Emilsson goes on to address key topics including:

Plotinus originality
the status of souls
Plotinus language
the notion of the One or the Good
Intellect, including Plotinus holism
the physical world
the soul and the body, including emotions and the self
Plotinus ethics
Plotinus influence and legacy.

Including a chronology, glossary of terms and suggestions for further reading, Plotinus is an ideal introduction to this major figure in Western philosophy, and is essential reading for students of ancient philosophy and classics.

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