Aristotle

Aristotle, born in 384 BCE in Stagira, Greece, was a towering figure in Western philosophy and science. A student of Plato, he later became the tutor of Alexander the Great, which revealed his deep understanding of human nature and the world. Aristotle's explorative mind led him to cover a vast range of topics, from ethics and politics to metaphysics and biology, laying the groundwork for many fields of study that continue to influence our thinking today. His method of inquiry and emphasis on empirical observation marked a significant shift in philosophical thought.

Despite living over two millennia ago, Aristotle's insights remain remarkably relevant. His works invite readers to contemplate the nature of knowledge, virtue, and the good life, encouraging a reflective approach to understanding ourselves and our surroundings. As you delve into his writings available in this app, you'll discover a wealth of wisdom that resonates with timeless questions and challenges. Enjoy exploring the mind of one of history's greatest thinkers!

Movement & Progression of Animals

Read by Geoffrey Edwards 3.1
Movement of Animals (or On the Motion of Animals; Greek Περὶ ζῴων κινήσεως; Latin De Motu Animalium) begins with a discussion of the physics…

Economics

Read by Geoffrey Edwards 3.5
Economics (Greek: ΟΙΚΟΝΟΜΙΚΑ; Latin: Oeconomica) may not have been written by Aristotle. The author provides examples of methods used by the…

Opuscula

Read by Geoffrey Edwards 2.7
Opuscula is a collection of shorter books that may or may not have been written by Aristotle.1. On Colours2. On Things Heard3. Physiognomoni…

Rhetoric

Read by Geoffrey Edwards 3.2
The Rhetoric was developed by Aristotle during two periods when he was in Athens, the first between 367 to 347 BCE (when he was seconded to …

Metaphysics

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Metaphysics by Aristotle delves into the fundamental nature of reality, exploring concepts such as substance, causation, and the existence o…

On Generation and Corruption

Read by Geoffrey Edwards 2.8
On Generation and Corruption (Ancient Greek: Περὶ γενέσεως καὶ φθορᾶς, Latin: De Generatione et Corruptione, also known as On Coming to Be a…

Physics

Read by Geoffrey Edwards 2.5
In this foundational work, Aristotle explores the principles of the natural world, delving into concepts such as substance, causation, and m…

Ἀθηναίων πολιτεία (The Constitution of the Athenians)

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Η Αθηναίων Πολιτεία του Αριστοτέλη γράφτηκε μεταξύ 328 και 322 πΧ. Περιέχει πολλές πληροφορίες για την πολιτειακή εξέλιξη των Αθηναίων αλλά …

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