On the Parts of Animals I-IV

An Introduction and Commentary

By: Aristotle ., James Lennox (Translator)

Write A Review

Paperback | 3 January 2002

At a Glance

Paperback
424 Pages

Dimensions(cm)
21.59 x 13.97 x 2.39

Paperback

$72.55

or 4 interest-free payments of $18.14 with

or

Ships in 5 to 7 business days

On the Parts of Animals is at the heart and soul of Aristotle''s scientific investigation of animals. It not only contains the results of his investigation of why different kinds of animals have the parts that they do; it also opens with a book devoted to laying the philosophical stones of the entire biological enterprise. Those philosophical foundations, in turn, reflect and build on Aristotle''s theory of knowledge, as found in the Analytics, and his metaphysics and natural philosophy, as found in the Metaphysics, Physics, and De Anima. Whether one is interested in Aristotle the philosopher, or Aristotle the biologist, the De Partibus Animalium has a great deal to offer. The translation of the entire four books, with commentary, gives the reader an opportunity to judge the integrity of Aristotle''s zoological practice in books II-IV, in light of the philosophical recommendations for such a study presented in book I. The translation aims to reflect the fine details of Aristotle''s reasoning. The commentary gives line-by-line clarification of individual passages while at the same time providing an overall interpretation of Aristotle''s purposes and methods.

Industry Reviews

a fine philosophical analysis of the dialogue Gabor Betegh, Classical World It is extremely satisfactory to have a commentary on the work as a whole. Greece & Rome

Shipping

	Standard Shipping	Express Shipping
Metro postcodes:	$9.99	$14.95
Regional postcodes:	$9.99	$14.95
Rural postcodes:	$9.99	$14.95

Orders over $79.00 qualify for free shipping.

How to return your order

At Booktopia, we offer hassle-free returns in accordance with our returns policy. If you wish to return an item, please get in touch with Booktopia Customer Care.

Additional postage charges may be applicable.