The Lives and Opinions of Eminent Philosophers: Biographies and Teachings of the Great Greek Philosophers (Annotated)

The Lives and Opinions of Eminent Philosophersby Diogenes LaertiusTranslated by Charles Duke YongeThis edition of The Lives and Opinions of Eminent Philosophers by Diogenes Laertius has been professionally annotated with the following unique content:Literary Annotations by Edward LangfordIntegral Historical End-note – The Transmission of Greek Philosophy and Biographical TraditionFinal Reflections with Edward Langford – The moral and intellectual legacy of the ancient schoolsThe indispensable encyclopedia of classical philosophy and its masters.Inside the bookWritten in the early 3rd century CE, The Lives and Opinions of Eminent Philosophers remains our primary source for the lives and teachings of the ancient Greek philosophers. Covering the Presocratics, the Socratic schools, and the Hellenistic thinkers, Diogenes’ work preserves quotations and biographical details lost elsewhere. His straightforward, often witty style makes this an enduring masterpiece of ancient biography.About the bookDiogenes Laertius (fl. 3rd century CE) was a Greek historian and biographer of philosophy whose work has outlived nearly all its contemporaries. Charles Duke Yonge (1812 – 1891), an English classicist and translator, produced one of the most accurate and readable English versions of the text. This annotated edition restores historical context, linguistic insights, and philosophical clarity to a cornerstone of classical literature.Langford & Whitmore Editions upholds the original integrity of every literary work with the highest standards. Ethically and sustainably manufactured, our products are shipped at lightning speed. Indulge in this classic — order today!Title DetailsEnglish Translation (1853)Classical Philosophy / History / Ancient Biography6 × 9 InchesMatte CoverCream Paper Read more