Routledge Strato of Lampsacus: Text, Translation and Discussion - Routledge

Explore the legacy of the Peripatetic School with Strato of Lampsacus: Text, Translation and Discussion. This scholarly work serves as Volume 16 of the Rutgers University Studies in Classical Humanities series. It continues the ongoing research of Project Theophrastus, focusing on the historical development of the School of Aristotle. This volume provides a deep look into the life and work of Strato of Lampsacus, who was located in Mysia on the Hellespont. As the third head of the Peripatetic School following Aristotle and Theophrastus, Strato played a significant role in the lineage of ancient Greek thought. He took leadership of the school around 286 BCE until his succession by Lyco of Troas in 268 BCE. Readers will find detailed accounts of why Diogenes Laertius referred to him as "the physicist." This title reflects his unique dedication to the study of physical science and nature. This book is an essential resource for students and historians interested in ancient Greek history, philosophy, and the evolution of scientific thought in the classical world.