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OverviewWords of wisdom and advice for leading a good life have long been part of society, handed down from one generation to the next. Plenty of these wise observations originated from the philosophers of Ancient Greece and Rome, and went on to circulate widely among the Arabic-speaking communities of the middle ages, who added new sayings of their own. This collection features over 400 sayings, riddles and aphorisms from the ancient and medieval world in English translation. Grouped by themes including medicine, food, politics and nature, they derive from a range of philosophers and physicians, from Aristotle, Socrates and Plato to al-Kind, Ibn Hind and al-Rz. Packed with timeless advice to contemplate, share and enjoy, this entertaining book offers readers a gateway to ancient and medieval cultures whose musings on philosophy, health and life are as authoritative and relevant now as they were then. 'There is much to know, but life is short. Take the knowledge that you can achieve, from little to more.' - Hippocrates 'Wisdom is the nourishment and adornment of the soul.' - Ibn al-igh al-Antar 'Pleasing all people is an impossible goal, but do not worry about the anger of those who are pleased with tyranny.' - Aristotle Full Product DetailsAuthor: Emilie Savage-Smith , Simon SwainPublisher: Bodleian Library Imprint: Bodleian Library ISBN: 9781851246144ISBN 10: 1851246142 Pages: 176 Publication Date: 14 September 2023 Audience: General/trade , General Format: Hardback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In Print This item will be ordered in for you from one of our suppliers. Upon receipt, we will promptly dispatch it out to you. For in store availability, please contact us. Table of ContentsReviewsPleasing all people is an impossible goal, but do not worry about the anger of those who are pleased with tyranny. -- Aristotle There is much to know, but life is short. Take the knowledge that you can achieve, from little to more. -- Hippocrates Author InformationSimon Swain is professor of Classics and Greco-Arabic at the University of Warwick. Emilie Savage-Smith was professor of the history of Islamic science at the University of Oxford. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |