Philosophy and Epistemology eBooks
Phaedrus
Philosophy and Epistemology, by Plato.The Phaedrus (Greek: Φαῖδρος), written by Plato, is a dialogue between Plato's main protagonist, Socrates, and Phaedrus, an interlocutor in several dialogues. The Phaedrus was presumably composed around 370 BC, around the same time as Plato's Republic and Symposium. Although ostensibly about the topic of love, the discussion in the dialogue revolves around the art of rhetoric and how it...
Philosophy of the Plays of Shakespeare
Philosophy and Epistemology, by Delia BaconWith a foreword by Nathaniel Hawthorne
Plato-The Man and His Work
Philosophy and Epistemology, by PlatoA presentation of Plato's contributions
Sextus Empiricus and Greek scepticism
Philosophy and Epistemology, by Mary Mills PatrickSextus Empiricus (c. 160-210 AD), was a physician and philosopher, and has been variously reported to have lived in Alexandria, Rome, or Athens. His philosophical work is the most complete surviving account of ancient Greek and Roman skepticism. In his medical work, tradition maintains that he belonged to the "empiric school", as reflected by his name. However, at least twice in his writings...
Siddharta
Philosophy and Epistemology, by Herman HesseIn the novel, Siddhartha, a young man, leaves his family for a contemplative life, then, restless, discards it for one of the flesh. He conceives a son, but bored and sickened by lust and greed, moves on again. Near despair, Siddhartha comes to a river where he hears a unique sound. This sound signals the true beginning of his life -- the beginning of suffering, rejection, peace, and, finally...
Sophist
Philosophy and Epistemology, by Plato.The Sophist (Greek: Σοφιστής) is a Platonic dialogue from the philosopher's late period, most likely written in 360 BC. Having criticized his Theory of Forms in the Parmenides, Plato presents a new conception of the forms in the Sophist more mundane and down-to-earth than its predecessor. The dialogue clarifies the epistemological and metaphysical puzzles of the Parmenides; thus, Plato...
Sophophilia
Philosophy and Epistemology, by Ruel F. PepaSophophilia is a collection of philosophical essays representing a wide range of philosophical climates, traditions, tendencies and commitments intended to prepare and introduce new enthusiasts to the academic field of Philosophy. The author has determined that an exploration of basic issues relative to these classic philosophical areas is essential for the novice to really get a sensible and...
Statesman
Philosophy and Epistemology, by Plato.The Statesman (Greek: Πολιτικός, Politikos), also known by its Latin title, Politicus, is a Socratic dialogue written by Plato. The text describes a conversation among Socrates, the mathematician Theodorus, another person named Socrates (referred to as "Young Socrates"), and an unnamed philosopher from Elea referred to as "the Stranger" (ξένος, xénos). It is ostensibly an attempt...
Stepping Stones
Philosophy and Epistemology, by Bryan BrittonA Guide For The Youth on Morality, Ethics and Life. The Sages, Philosophers, Luminaries and Prominent Citizens of History Have Left A Footprint For Living A Moral And Productive Life. Their Wisdom Endures Forever.
Stoics and Skeptics
Philosophy and Epistemology, by Edwin BevinFour Oxford lectures comparing the two philosophies
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