{"product_id":"the-dangerous-life-and-ideas-of-diogenes-the-cynic-9780197666357","title":"The Dangerous Life and Ideas of Diogenes the Cynic","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003eDiogenes was an influential philosopher who founded the Cynic school in ancient Greece. This book explores his life, myths, and philosophy, challenging established narratives and highlighting his legacy of challenging the order, detaching from materialism, and advocating for a return to nature and cosmopolitan ideals. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Hardback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 208 pages\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 30 August 2023\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Oxford University Press Inc\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe ancient philosopher Diogenes, known as The Dog and often derided by Plato as a Socrates gone mad, has been a subject of fascination and admiration for centuries. While he was both celebrated and ridiculed, his reputation has largely been shaped by his eccentric behavior, disdain for conventions, and sharp aphorisms. Diogenes' influence extends far beyond antiquity, as his philosophy has resonated across various schools of thought throughout history. In his book, Jean-Manuel Roubineau offers a fresh perspective on this atypical philosopher, delving into the many legends and apocryphal stories surrounding his life.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRoubineau seeks to uncover the truth behind the myths and legends that have grown up around Diogenes. Was he, as some claim, the son of a banker and a counterfeiter in his hometown of Sinope? Did he truly encounter Alexander the Great? Did he advocate for incest, patricide, and anthropophagy? These are the questions that Roubineau aims to answer by tracing the known facts of Diogenes' existence.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBeyond the rehashed clichés, this book offers a profound exploration of Diogenes' philosophical legacy. It challenges the established order, encourages a detachment from materialism, advocates for a return to nature, and presents a cosmopolitan ideal that is deeply rooted in the belief that virtue is better revealed in action than in theory.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDiogenes' life and philosophy continue to inspire and intrigue us today, reminding us of the power of individuality, the importance of questioning authority.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 312g\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 178 x 382 x 20 (mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9780197666357\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jean-Manuel Roubineau","offers":[{"title":"Hardback","offer_id":44663530946810,"sku":"9780197666357","price":14.74,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/1697815082714_book.jpg?v=1697872829","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/the-dangerous-life-and-ideas-of-diogenes-the-cynic-9780197666357","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}