Publicado por Robinson, 2017
ISBN 10: 1472136993 ISBN 13: 9781472136992
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Publicado por Robinson, 2017
ISBN 10: 1472136993 ISBN 13: 9781472136992
Librería: WeBuyBooks, Rossendale, LANCS, Reino Unido
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Publicado por Little, Brown Book Group, United Kingdom, London, 2017
ISBN 10: 1472136993 ISBN 13: 9781472136992
Librería: WorldofBooks, Goring-By-Sea, WS, Reino Unido
Paperback. Condición: Very Good. The Atlantis story remains one of the most haunting and enigmatic tales from antiquity, and one that still resonates very deeply with the modern imagination. But where did Atlantis come from, what was it like, and where did it go to? Atlantis was first introduced by the Greek philosopher Plato in two dialogues the Timaios and Kritias, written in the fourth century BC. As he philosophises about the origins of life, the Universe and humanity, the great thinker puts forward a stunning description of Atlantis, an island paradise with an ideal society. But the Atlanteans degenerate and become imperialist aggressors: they fight against antediluvian Athens, which heroically repels their mighty forces, before a cataclysmic natural disaster destroys the warring states. His tale of a great empire that sank beneath the waves has sparked thousands of years of debate over whether Atlantis really existed. But did Plato mean his tale as history, or just as a parable to help illustrate his philosophy? The book is broken down into two main sections plus a coda - firstly the translations/commentaries which will have the discussions of the specifics of the actual texts; secondly a look at the reception of the myth from then to now; thirdly a brief round-off bringing it all together. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.
Publicado por Robinson, 2017
ISBN 10: 1472136993 ISBN 13: 9781472136992
Librería: Goldstone Books, Llandybie, Reino Unido
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Publicado por Robinson, 2017
ISBN 10: 1472136993 ISBN 13: 9781472136992
Librería: SecondSale, Montgomery, IL, Estados Unidos de America
Condición: Very Good. Item in good condition. Textbooks may not include supplemental items i.e. CDs, access codes etc.
Publicado por Robinson, 2017
ISBN 10: 1472136993 ISBN 13: 9781472136992
Librería: Brit Books, Milton Keynes, Reino Unido
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Publicado por Robinson, 2017
ISBN 10: 1472136993 ISBN 13: 9781472136992
Librería: Greener Books, London, Reino Unido
Paperback. Condición: Used; Very Good. **SHIPPED FROM UK** We believe you will be completely satisfied with our quick and reliable service. All orders are dispatched as swiftly as possible! Buy with confidence! Greener Books.
Publicado por Robinson, 2017
ISBN 10: 1472136993 ISBN 13: 9781472136992
Librería: Wizard Books, Long Beach, CA, Estados Unidos de America
Paperback. Condición: new. New.
Publicado por Robinson, 2017
ISBN 10: 1472136993 ISBN 13: 9781472136992
Librería: GF Books, Inc., Hawthorne, CA, Estados Unidos de America
Condición: Very Good. Book is in Used-VeryGood condition. Pages and cover are clean and intact. Used items may not include supplementary materials such as CDs or access codes. May show signs of minor shelf wear and contain very limited notes and highlighting. 0.75.
Publicado por Robinson, 2017
ISBN 10: 1472136993 ISBN 13: 9781472136992
Librería: Majestic Books, Hounslow, Reino Unido
Condición: New. pp. 432.
Publicado por Little, Brown Book Group, 2017
ISBN 10: 1472136993 ISBN 13: 9781472136992
Librería: PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Reino Unido
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Publicado por Little, Brown Book Group, London, 2017
ISBN 10: 1472136993 ISBN 13: 9781472136992
Librería: Grand Eagle Retail, Wilmington, DE, Estados Unidos de America
Paperback. Condición: new. Paperback. The Atlantis story remains one of the most haunting and enigmatic tales from antiquity, and one that still resonates very deeply with the modern imagination. But where did Atlantis come from, what was it like, and where did it go to?Atlantis was first introduced by the Greek philosopher Plato in two dialogues the Timaios and Kritias, written in the fourth century BC. As he philosophises about the origins of life, the Universe and humanity, the great thinker puts forward a stunning description of Atlantis, an island paradise with an ideal society. But the Atlanteans degenerate and become imperialist aggressors: they fight against antediluvian Athens, which heroically repels their mighty forces, before a cataclysmic natural disaster destroys the warring states. His tale of a great empire that sank beneath the waves has sparked thousands of years of debate over whether Atlantis really existed. But did Plato mean his tale as history, or just as a parable to help illustrate his philosophy?The book is broken down into two main sections plus a coda - firstly the translations/commentaries which will have the discussions of the specifics of the actual texts; secondly a look at the reception of the myth from then to now; thirdly a brief round-off bringing it all together. A new translation of two of Plato's dialogues, Timaios and Kritias, with commentary and critical discussion including an exploration of how the tale of Atlantis has been interpreted throughout history. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.
Publicado por Little, Brown Book Group, 2017
ISBN 10: 1472136993 ISBN 13: 9781472136992
Librería: THE SAINT BOOKSTORE, Southport, Reino Unido
Paperback / softback. Condición: New. New copy - Usually dispatched within 4 working days. A new translation of two of Plato's dialogues, Timaios and Kritias, with commentary and critical discussion including an exploration of how the tale of Atlantis has been interpreted throughout history.
Publicado por Robinson, 2017
ISBN 10: 1472136993 ISBN 13: 9781472136992
Librería: Brook Bookstore, Milano, MI, Italia
Condición: new.
Publicado por Little, Brown Book Group, 2017
ISBN 10: 1472136993 ISBN 13: 9781472136992
Librería: Kennys Bookshop and Art Galleries Ltd., Galway, GY, Irlanda
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Condición: New. A new translation of two of Plato's dialogues, Timaios and Kritias, with commentary and critical discussion including an exploration of how the tale of Atlantis has been interpreted throughout history. Series: Brief Histories. Num Pages: 288 pages, N/A. BIC Classification: HPCA; HPS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 198 x 126. . . 2017. 01st Edition. Paperback. . . . .
Publicado por Robinson, 2017
ISBN 10: 1472136993 ISBN 13: 9781472136992
Librería: GoldenDragon, Houston, TX, Estados Unidos de America
Paperback. Condición: new. Buy for Great customer experience.
Publicado por Robinson, 2017
ISBN 10: 1472136993 ISBN 13: 9781472136992
Librería: Ria Christie Collections, Uxbridge, Reino Unido
Condición: New. In.
Publicado por Little, Brown Book Group, 2017
ISBN 10: 1472136993 ISBN 13: 9781472136992
Librería: Kennys Bookstore, Olney, MD, Estados Unidos de America
Condición: New. A new translation of two of Plato's dialogues, Timaios and Kritias, with commentary and critical discussion including an exploration of how the tale of Atlantis has been interpreted throughout history. Series: Brief Histories. Num Pages: 288 pages, N/A. BIC Classification: HPCA; HPS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 198 x 126. . . 2017. 01st Edition. Paperback. . . . . Books ship from the US and Ireland.
Publicado por Robinson, 2017
ISBN 10: 1472136993 ISBN 13: 9781472136992
Librería: Big Bill's Books, Wimberley, TX, Estados Unidos de America
Paperback. Condición: new. Brand New Copy.
Publicado por Robinson, 2017
ISBN 10: 1472136993 ISBN 13: 9781472136992
Librería: GoldBooks, Denver, CO, Estados Unidos de America
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Publicado por Robinson, 2017
ISBN 10: 1472136993 ISBN 13: 9781472136992
Librería: Biblios, Frankfurt am main, HESSE, Alemania
Condición: New.
Publicado por Robinson, 2017
ISBN 10: 1472136993 ISBN 13: 9781472136992
Librería: Byrd Books, Austin, TX, Estados Unidos de America
Paperback. Condición: very good. In Used Condition.
Publicado por Robinson 2017-03-16, 2017
ISBN 10: 1472136993 ISBN 13: 9781472136992
Librería: Chiron Media, Wallingford, Reino Unido
Paperback. Condición: New.
Publicado por Robinson, 2017
ISBN 10: 1472136993 ISBN 13: 9781472136992
Librería: GoldBooks, Denver, CO, Estados Unidos de America
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Publicado por Robinson, 2017
ISBN 10: 1472136993 ISBN 13: 9781472136992
Librería: GoldenWavesOfBooks, Fayetteville, TX, Estados Unidos de America
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Publicado por Little, Brown Book Group Sep 2017, 2017
ISBN 10: 1472136993 ISBN 13: 9781472136992
Librería: AHA-BUCH GmbH, Einbeck, Alemania
Taschenbuch. Condición: Neu. Neuware - Why today's leaders should pay heed to Plato's tales of an ideal state, and its ruinThe myth of Atlantis has fascinated people for centuries. Plato's dialogues Timaeus and Critias imagine an enormous island paradise, home to a prosperous society. But the Atlanteans degenerate and engage Athens in an imperialist war, before a cataclysmic natural disaster plunges Atlantis beneath the waves. This new translation of the dialogues, with commentary and critical discussion, makes clear their contemporary relevance. The author follows the quest for the island from Scandinavia to Antarctica, and also explores how the myth of Atlantis has been interpreted and manipulated by successive generations - used by the Conquistadors to justify their annexations in the sixteenth century, and by Himmler to prove the Aryan supremacy in the twentieth. Those who can make you believe absurdities can make you commit atrocities. Plato's dialogues appear remarkably prescient in our 'post-truth' world. Not because they invite a search for a mysterious lost continent, but because of their warnings about the pernicious effects of wealth and power on a ruling class: Atlantis-style luxury, excess, corruption and imperialism can lead only to decay and disaster. The Timaeus and Critias should be prescribed reading for every political leader.
Publicado por Little, Brown Book Group, London, 2017
ISBN 10: 1472136993 ISBN 13: 9781472136992
Librería: AussieBookSeller, Truganina, VIC, Australia
Paperback. Condición: new. Paperback. The Atlantis story remains one of the most haunting and enigmatic tales from antiquity, and one that still resonates very deeply with the modern imagination. But where did Atlantis come from, what was it like, and where did it go to?Atlantis was first introduced by the Greek philosopher Plato in two dialogues the Timaios and Kritias, written in the fourth century BC. As he philosophises about the origins of life, the Universe and humanity, the great thinker puts forward a stunning description of Atlantis, an island paradise with an ideal society. But the Atlanteans degenerate and become imperialist aggressors: they fight against antediluvian Athens, which heroically repels their mighty forces, before a cataclysmic natural disaster destroys the warring states. His tale of a great empire that sank beneath the waves has sparked thousands of years of debate over whether Atlantis really existed. But did Plato mean his tale as history, or just as a parable to help illustrate his philosophy?The book is broken down into two main sections plus a coda - firstly the translations/commentaries which will have the discussions of the specifics of the actual texts; secondly a look at the reception of the myth from then to now; thirdly a brief round-off bringing it all together. A new translation of two of Plato's dialogues, Timaios and Kritias, with commentary and critical discussion including an exploration of how the tale of Atlantis has been interpreted throughout history. Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability.
Publicado por Robinson, 2017
ISBN 10: 1472136993 ISBN 13: 9781472136992
Librería: Speedyhen, London, Reino Unido
Condición: NEW.
Publicado por Little, Brown Book Group, London, 2017
ISBN 10: 1472136993 ISBN 13: 9781472136992
Librería: CitiRetail, Stevenage, Reino Unido
Paperback. Condición: new. Paperback. The Atlantis story remains one of the most haunting and enigmatic tales from antiquity, and one that still resonates very deeply with the modern imagination. But where did Atlantis come from, what was it like, and where did it go to?Atlantis was first introduced by the Greek philosopher Plato in two dialogues the Timaios and Kritias, written in the fourth century BC. As he philosophises about the origins of life, the Universe and humanity, the great thinker puts forward a stunning description of Atlantis, an island paradise with an ideal society. But the Atlanteans degenerate and become imperialist aggressors: they fight against antediluvian Athens, which heroically repels their mighty forces, before a cataclysmic natural disaster destroys the warring states. His tale of a great empire that sank beneath the waves has sparked thousands of years of debate over whether Atlantis really existed. But did Plato mean his tale as history, or just as a parable to help illustrate his philosophy?The book is broken down into two main sections plus a coda - firstly the translations/commentaries which will have the discussions of the specifics of the actual texts; secondly a look at the reception of the myth from then to now; thirdly a brief round-off bringing it all together. A new translation of two of Plato's dialogues, Timaios and Kritias, with commentary and critical discussion including an exploration of how the tale of Atlantis has been interpreted throughout history. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.
Publicado por Robinson, 2017
ISBN 10: 1472136993 ISBN 13: 9781472136992
Librería: Front Cover Books, Denver, CO, Estados Unidos de America
Condición: new.