Aristotle: A Very Short Introduction

ANNOTATION

"One of the finest critical introductions to Aristotle ever written. Clear, concise, and intelligible."--Religious Studies Review.

FROM THE PUBLISHER

The influence of Aristotle, the prince of philosophers, on the intellectual history of the West is second to none. In this book Jonathan Barnes examines Aristotle's scientific researches, his discoveries in logic and his metaphysical theories, his work in psychology and in ethics and politics, and his ideas about art and poetry, placing his teachings in their historical context.

FROM THE CRITICS

Religious Studies Review

One of the finest critical introductions to Aristotle ever written. Clear, concise, and intelligible.

WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING

No other work on Aristotle accomplishes so much in such brief compass; its author's care for and knowledge of Aristotle's achievements are evident on every page.  — (Tom Cunningham, Grand Valley State College)

A short, sweet, and selective commentary and analysis of Aristotle's works and ideas. A fine adjunct to the reading of the translated texts. A highly recommended aid to the student meeting Aristotle ab initio. Boy, what a book!  — (Steven C. Fleishman, University of Maryland)