The book ""Plotinus"" by Charles M. Bakewell is a comprehensive study of the life and philosophy of Plotinus, a prominent philosopher of the ancient world. The book begins with an introduction to the historical and cultural context of Plotinus' time, and then delves into his life and works.Bakewell explores Plotinus' philosophy in detail, discussing his ideas on metaphysics, ethics, and the nature of the soul. He also examines Plotinus' influence on later philosophers and thinkers, including Augustine, Aquinas, and Hegel.Throughout the book, Bakewell offers insightful analysis and interpretation of Plotinus' ideas, making the text accessible to both scholars and general readers. The book is well-researched and includes extensive footnotes and a bibliography for further reading.Overall, ""Plotinus"" is an engaging and informative study of one of the most important philosophers of the ancient world, and a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of philosophy.THIS 26 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Source Book in Ancient Philosophy, by Charles M. Bakewell. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766101479.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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