Humanities Translation Series -- Famous Philosophers' Sayings and Actions (Volume 1 and 2)

Author: Diogenes Laertius
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Publication Date: 2003-01-01
Features: After enduring such a long time and so many destructions, this classical era work has remained almost intact, and we have much to thank the heavens for. This book is dedicated to describing the lives and deeds of almost all important thinkers in the ancient Greek world, while also attempting to outline the hologram of Greek speculation. His extensive possession and familiarity with ancient Greek literature have enabled him to come close to success in both aspects. Furthermore, the way this book restores the Greek spirit allows us to approach that bygone era and experience the brilliance of Greece and the human desire. In summary, this work, which was likely written in the late classical era, timely lists the spiritual legacy of the entire ancient Greek era, preserving invaluable literary materials. In this sense, it has earned the honor it has received in the Western world.