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The Aristotelian Mirabilia and Early Peripatetic Natural Science

The Aristotelian Mirabilia and Early Peripatetic Natural Science

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The Aristotelian Mirabilia on natural science is the first volume dedicated to this section, exploring its engagement with the natural sciences and Aristotelian epistemology and methodology. It includes a commentary on the sections with close connections to Aristotles Historia animalium and Theophrastus scientific treatises, as well as two chapters on thematic topics connected to natural science.

Format: Hardback
Length: 344 pages
Publication date: 13 February 2024
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd


This groundbreaking work is the first comprehensive exploration of the natural science sections within the Aristotelian Mirabilia ,filling a significant gap in the history of Aristotelian studies of nature, particularly animals. The chapters within this volume delve into the Mirabilia , also known as De mirabilibus auscultationibus ( On Marvelous Things Heard ), and its profound engagement with the natural sciences. The first two chapters provide an insightful introduction to this remarkable work. The first chapter explores the historical background and development of the Mirabilia , while the second chapter delves into Aristotelian epistemology and methodology, highlighting the significance of the Mirabilia within that context.

Following these introductory chapters, the book comprises eight chapters that serve as a detailed commentary on the sections of the Mirabilia that have close connections to Aristotles Historia animalium and to various scientific treatises by Theophrastus. These chapters offer a comprehensive analysis of the text, providing valuable insights into Aristotles views on nature and his scientific approach.

To conclude, the Aristotelian Mirabilia and Early Peripatetic Natural Science is a groundbreaking contribution to the field of ancient Greek studies. It will be of immense value to scholars and students interested in the ancient Greek study of nature, ancient philosophy, and Aristotelian science in particular. The comprehensive nature of this work and its insightful analysis make it a must-read for anyone seeking to deepen their understanding of these ancient intellectual traditions.

Weight: 816g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032651910

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