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Cynics (Paperback)
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Cynics (Paperback)
Series: Ancient Philosophies
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Far from being pessimistic or nihilistic, as modern uses of the
term "cynic" suggest, the ancient Cynics were astonishingly
optimistic regarding human nature. They believed that if one
simplified one's life--giving up all unnecessary possessions,
desires, and ideas--and lived in the moment as much as possible,
one could regain one's natural goodness and happiness. It was a
life exemplified most famously by the eccentric Diogenes, nicknamed
"the Dog," and his followers, called dog-philosophers, "kunikoi,
"or Cynics. Rebellious, self-willed, and ornery but also witty and
imaginative, these dog-philosophers are some of the most colorful
personalities from antiquity. This engaging introduction to
Cynicism considers both the fragmentary ancient evidence on the
Cynics and the historical interpretations that have shaped the
philosophy over the course of eight centuries--from Diogenes
himself to Nietzsche and beyond. Approaching Cynicism from a
variety of thematic perspectives as well--their critique of
convention, praise of natural simplicity, advocacy of
self-sufficiency, defiance of Fortune, and freedom--William Desmond
offers a fascinating survey of a school of thought that has had a
tremendous influence throughout history and is of continuing
interest today.
"Copub: Acumen Publishing Limited"
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