Reseña del libro "Iamblichus' Life Of Pythagoras Or Pythagoric Life (en Inglés)"
Iamblichus' Life of Pythagoras or Pythagoric Life is a book written by Thomas Taylor that provides a detailed account of the life and teachings of Pythagoras, a Greek philosopher and mathematician who lived in the 6th century BC. The book is based on the writings of Iamblichus, a Syrian philosopher who lived in the 3rd century AD and was a disciple of Porphyry, who in turn was a disciple of Plotinus. The book is divided into 32 chapters and covers various aspects of Pythagoras' life, including his birth and childhood, his travels to Egypt and other parts of the world, his teachings on philosophy, mathematics, music, and ethics, his disciples and followers, and his death and legacy. The book also includes a detailed description of the Pythagorean way of life, which emphasized the pursuit of wisdom, virtue, and harmony with the universe.Throughout the book, Taylor provides extensive commentary and analysis of the text, drawing on his own knowledge of philosophy, religion, and esotericism. He also includes numerous footnotes and references to other works, making this book a valuable resource for scholars and students of ancient philosophy and religion.Overall, Iamblichus' Life of Pythagoras or Pythagoric Life is a comprehensive and insightful account of one of the most influential thinkers in Western history, and a fascinating glimpse into the world of ancient Greece and its intellectual traditions.This Is A New Release Of The Original 1922 Edition.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.
