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Unlike some other reproductions of classic texts (1) We have not
used OCR(Optical Character Recognition), as this leads to bad
quality books with introduced typos. (2) In books where there are
images such as portraits, maps, sketches etc We have endeavoured to
keep the quality of these images, so they represent accurately the
original artefact. Although occasionally there may be certain
imperfections with these old texts, we feel they deserve to be made
available for future generations to enjoy.
Unlike some other reproductions of classic texts (1) We have not
used OCR(Optical Character Recognition), as this leads to bad
quality books with introduced typos. (2) In books where there are
images such as portraits, maps, sketches etc We have endeavoured to
keep the quality of these images, so they represent accurately the
original artefact. Although occasionally there may be certain
imperfections with these old texts, we feel they deserve to be made
available for future generations to enjoy.
This complete work unites two of Roman philosopher Boethius's
finest works; his Theological Tracts regarding Christianity, and
his Consolation of Philosophy which concerns the nature of fortune
and dying. The works of Boethius emerged at the symbolic conclusion
of the classical era, and the beginning of post-Roman Europe. As
such they draw deeply upon extant classical traditions and the
religious significance of Christianity; the chaos and upheaval of
the author's time colors his writing in a fashion vibrant and
compelling. Venerated in Catholicism for his theological studies,
it was the philosophical ideas of Boethius that saw his popularity
endure for ages. Given his compelling life story - Boethius was
among the final Roman politicians to serve as a senator before the
collapse of the Western Empire - the author's writings gain an
additional, historic context. The famous Consolation was written
while Boethius was in jail awaiting what transpired as the death
sentence.
Written while Boethius was in prison awaiting execution, The
Consolation of Philosophy consists of a dialogue in alternating
prose and verse between the author, lamenting his own sorrows, and
a majestic woman, who is the incarnation of his guardian
Philosophy. The woman develops a modified form of Neoplatonism and
Stoicism, demonstrating the unreality of earthly fortunes, then
proving that the highest good and the highest happiness are in God,
and reconciling the apparent contradictions concerning the
existence of everything.
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