Posterior Analytics

by Aristotle Narrated by George Easton

Overview

Posterior Analytics is a treatise written by Aristotle in which he explores the nature of knowledge and how we acquire it. Aristotle argues that knowledge is obtained through a process of demonstration, which involves the use of syllogistic reasoning to arrive at a conclusion. He distinguishes between different types of demonstration, including demonstration from necessary principles and demonstration from things known to be true. Aristotle also examines the role of definition in acquiring knowledge. He argues that definitions are necessary for understanding the nature of a thing and for establishing the principles that underlie it. He also emphasizes the importance of causal analysis in acquiring knowledge, as it allows us to understand the relationships between different things and to identify the underlying causes of phenomena. Read in English, unabridged.

Editorial Reviews

From the Publisher

"Oxford is to be commended for giving Barnes the opportunity to improve upon a work that even in its first edition was one of the outstanding volumes in the series."—Isis

"...the notes in Posterior Analytics second edition are crisp and incisive, and offer a dazzling array of opinions that are original with Barnes or are argued for in original ways....the commentary is immensely learned and abounds with references to ancient texts and to secondary literature."—Ancient Philosophy

Product Details

BN ID:	2940159917508
Publisher:	Interactive Media
Publication date:	04/16/2023
Edition description:	Unabridged

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