Cynics by William Desmond (English) Paperback Book

Description: Cynics by William Desmond Offers a survey of Cynicism, its varied representatives and ideas, and the many contexts in which it operated. This book introduces important ancient Cynics and their times, from Diogenes the Dog in the fourth century BC to Sallustius in the fifth century AD. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Once regarded as a minor Socratic school, Cynicism is now admired as one of the more creative and influential philosophical movements in antiquity. First arising in the city-states of late classical Greece, Cynicism thrived through the Hellenistic and Roman periods, until the triumph of Christianity and the very end of pagan antiquity. In every age down to the present, its ideals of radical simplicity and freedom have alternately inspired and disturbed onlookers.This book offers a survey of Cynicism, its varied representatives and ideas, and the many contexts in which it operated. William Desmond introduces important ancient Cynics and their times, from Diogenes the Dog in the fourth century BC to Sallustius in the fifth century AD. He details the Cynics rejection of various traditional customs and the rebellious life-style for which they are notorious. The central chapters locate major Cynic themes (nature and the natural life, Fortune, self-sufficiency, cosmopolitanism) within the rich matrix of ideas debated by the ancient schools. The final chapter reviews some moments in the diverse legacy of Cynicism, from Jesus to Nietzsche. Author Biography William Desmond is a Lecturer in the Department of Ancient Classics at the National University of Ireland, Maynooth. Table of Contents Abbreviations Introduction 1. Ancient Cynics and their times 2. Renunciation of custom 3. A life according to nature 4. Chance, fate, fortune and the self 5. Anarchists, democrats, cosmopolitans, kings 6. Cynic legacies Notes Glossary of names Glossary of terms Guide to further reading Bibliography Index Review "Another fine addition to Acumens excellent Ancient Philosophies series ... an ideal entry-level text to this particular branch of Greek philosophy." - Yearbook of the Irish Philosophical Society "Desmonds Cynics succeeds in making the key ideas accessible and intelligible to the introductory reader. Desmonds knowledge of and fluency in the literature of ancient Cynicism is unquestionable. The book is a treasure trove of information on the various ways the Cynics and the idea of Cynicism have appeared in history and literature from antiquity to contemporary times." - Bryn Mawr Classical Review "A clear and readily accessible introduction to Cynicism." - Margarethe Billerbeck, University of Fribourg Details ISBN1844651290 Pages 256 Year 2008 ISBN-10 1844651290 ISBN-13 9781844651290 Format Paperback Imprint Acumen Publishing Ltd Country of Publication United Kingdom DEWEY 183.4 Media Book Publication Date 2008-08-27 Place of Publication Durham Series Ancient Philosophies Publisher Taylor & Francis Ltd Short Title CYNICS Language English UK Release Date 2008-08-27 AU Release Date 2008-08-27 NZ Release Date 2008-08-27 Alternative 9781844651283 Audience Tertiary & Higher Education Author William Desmond We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:15347604;

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