De Gruyter Paraphrase of Aristotle De Anima - Critical Edition

Explore a foundational text in the history of psychology and philosophy with this critical edition of the Paraphrase of Aristotle's De Anima. Published by De Gruyter as part of the Commentaria in Aristotelem Graeca et Byzantina series, this volume provides a deep look into the work of Themistius. As the leader of a philosophical school in mid-fourth century Constantinople, Themistius created an interpretation of Aristotle's noetic that shaped centuries of thought. This edition is essential for scholars studying the development of Aristotelian tradition. The influence of Themistius's work extends through the medieval period, impacting major thinkers like Averroes and Thomas Aquinas. It also played a role in the ideas of Renaissance Aristotelians and later scholasticism. This book serves as a primary resource for understanding how Aristotle's views on the soul were received, interpreted, and passed down through history.