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THEOGONY / WORKS AND DAYS
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| By: |
Hesiod, C. S. Morrissey (Trans), Roger Scruton (Foreword) |
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Paperback |
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£12.99 |
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£10.72 |
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£2.27 |
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| ISBN 10: |
0889227004 |
| ISBN 13: |
9780889227002 |
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| Publisher: |
TALON BOOKS,CANADA |
| Pub. date: |
25 September, 2012 |
| Pages: |
144 |
| Description: |
Adapts Hesiod's two great poems that paved the way for subsequent achievements of Greek philosophy, most notably of Plato. |
| Synopsis: |
Foreword by Roger Scruton, notable philosopher and author of over 30 books, often recognized for his debate with Richard Dawkins and Christopher Hitchens on the topic of religionSupplementary essay by Eric Voegelin emphasizes the relevance of Hesiod's poetry to the development of Greek and Western philosophy, most notably that of PlatoChris Morrissey's background in physics and computer science, combined with his intensive studies in Classical and Medieval theology bring a unique world view to this adaptation of HesiodVerse treatment makes Hesiod accessible to a modern audience |
| Publication: |
Canada |
| Imprint: |
Talon Books,Canada |
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Returnable |
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