The First Philosophers Of Greece

The book ''The First Philosophers Of Greece: An Edition And Translation Of The Remaining Fragments Of The Pre-Sokratic Philosophers'' by Arthur Fairbanks is a comprehensive study of the early Greek philosophers who lived before the time of Socrates. The book provides an edition and translation of the remaining fragments of the pre-Socratic philosophers, which are the earliest surviving texts of Western philosophy.The author presents a detailed analysis of the ideas and theories of the pre-Socratic philosophers, including Thales, Anaximander, Anaximenes, Heraclitus, Parmenides, Zeno, Empedocles, and Democritus. The book explores their contributions to the development of philosophy, science, and mathematics, and their impact on later philosophers such as Plato and Aristotle.The book is divided into two parts. The first part provides a historical and philosophical overview of the pre-Socratic philosophers, their theories, and their influence on later philosophers. The second part presents a translation of the remaining fragments of their writings, along with commentary and analysis.The book is written in a clear and accessible style, making it suitable for both scholars and general readers interested in the history of philosophy. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in understanding the origins of Western philosophy and the intellectual traditions that have shaped our world.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.