The Roman Philosophers: From the time of Cato the Censor to the death of Marcus Aurelius

Book Details

• Book Title: Roman Philosophy: A Survey

• Author: Mark Morford

• Publisher: Routledge

• Edition: 1st

• Binding: Paperback

• Number of Pages: 304

• Release Date: 25-07-2002

• EAN: 9780415188524

• Package Dimensions: 8.3 x 5.4 x 0.9 inches

• Languages: English

Product Description
The philosophers of the Roman world were asking questions whose answers had practical effects on people's lives in antiquity, and which still influence our thinking to this day. In spite of being neglected in the modern era, this important age of philosophical thought is now undergoing a revival of interest.
Mark Morford's lively survey makes these recent scholarly developments accessible to a wide audience, examining the writings and ideas of both famous and lesser-known figures — from Cato the Censor in 155 BCE to Marcus Aurelius in 180 CE. Full consideration is given throughout to historical, political, and cultural context.

Review
"An easily digestible introduction to the rich but neglected Roman Philosophical tradition....Morford's book is an invaluable contribution to a neglected topic [and] a very valuable who's who and what's where of Roman Philosophy. The volume deserves a place in the library of every classicist, philosopher, historian of Western thought, and intelligent layperson."
— New England Classical Journal

About the Author
Mark Morford lives in Massachusetts. His other published work includes Classical Mythology, produced in partnership with Robert Lenardon.