Aristotle
What’s inside
Aristotle’s ‘The Nicomachean Ethics’ discusses the nature of virtue and the path to a happy life through moral character and the pursuit of rational activity.
You’ll Learn
- Understanding foundational concepts of Western moral philosophy
- Learning about the relationship between virtue and happiness
- Gaining insights into the ancient Greek view of ethics and politics
- Reflecting on personal moral development and character
Key Points
- The Highest Good and Happiness as the End Goal
- Moral Virtue and the Doctrine of the Mean
- Intellectual Virtue and the Role of Reason
- Friendship as a Crucial Component of the Good Life
- The Nature of Pleasure and its Role in Ethics
- The Importance of Political Science in Achieving Virtue
- Contemplative Life as the Highest Form of Happiness
Who’s it For
- Philosophy students
- Ethics scholars
- Readers interested in classical philosophy
- Individuals exploring moral philosophy
About the author
Aristotle was an ancient Greek philosopher and polymath, a student of Plato and teacher of Alexander the Great.