On the Gait of Animals Aristotle Other works by the renowned classical scholar, translator, and literary critic Francis Fergusson include "The Idea of a Theater: A Study of Ten Plays," "Sallies of the Mind: Essays," "Trope and Allegory: Themes Common to Dante and Shakespeare," and "Dante's Drama of the Mind: A Modern Reading of the "Purgatorio. Translator and scholar S. H. Butcher served as editor for the Dover Thift Edition of the "Poetics," as well as for the "Orationes, Volume 1" by Demosthenes. Butcher is also the author of "Aristotle's Theory of Poetry and Fine Art," We are delighted to publish this classic book as part of our extensive Classic Library collection. Many of the books in our collection have been out of print for decades, and therefore have not been accessible to the general public. The aim of our publishing program is to facilitate rapid access to this vast reservoir of literature, and our view is that this is a significant literary work, which deserves to be brought back into print after many decades. The contents of the vast majority of titles in the Classic Library have been scanned from the original works. To ensure a high quality product, each title has been meticulously hand curated by our staff. Our philosophy has been guided by a desire to provide the reader with a book that is as close as possible to ownership of the original work. We hope that you will enjoy this wonderful classic work, and that for you it becomes an enriching experience.

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Critical edition, translation, and extended interpretation of this important work which reveals the operation of Aristotle's methodology.

Delve into the natural world with "Aristotle's History of Animals in Ten Books" by Aristotle, a comprehensive exploration of the animal kingdom from the perspective of one of history's most influential philosophers. Immerse yourself in Aristotle's detailed observations and classifications, offering a unique insight into ancient biological understanding. As the ten books unfold, explore Aristotle's systematic approach to studying animals, covering topics from anatomy and behavior to classification and habitat. Aristotle's keen observations serve as a foundational work in the history of zoology, providing readers with a glimpse into the scientific mindset of ancient Greece. But here's a question that transcends centuries: How did Aristotle's pioneering work in the study of animals contribute to the development of biological science, and what insights can we glean from his observations even today? Reflect on the enduring significance of Aristotle's contributions, prompting contemplation on the intersection of ancient wisdom and modern scientific understanding. Experience the richness of "Aristotle's History of Animals." Short, informative paragraphs guide you through Aristotle's observations, fostering a deeper appreciation for the natural world as seen through the eyes of this ancient philosopher. Are you ready to embark on a scientific journey through the eyes of Aristotle? Join the ancient philosopher in the exploration of the animal kingdom through the pages of "Aristotle's History of Animals in Ten Books" and discover the roots of zoological inquiry. Open the doors to a world of ancient scientific curiosity. Purchase "Aristotle's History of Animals" now, and let Aristotle's timeless observations be your guide to understanding the natural world through the lens of an ancient master. Seize the opportunity to own a piece of scientific history. Embrace the wisdom of Aristotle with "Aristotle's History of Animals" and let his pioneering work in zoology enrich your understanding of the intricate web of life.

With a novel approach to Aristotle’s zoology, this study looks at animals as creatures of nature (physis) and reveals a scientific discourse that, in response to his predecessors, exiles logos as reason and pursues the logos intrinsic to animals’ bodies, empowering them to sense the world and live. The volume explores Aristotle’s conception of animals through a discussion of his ad hoc methodology to study them, including the pertinence of the soul to such a study, and the rise of zoology as a branch of natural philosophy. For Aristotle, animal life stems from the body in the space of existence and revolves around sensation, which is entwined with pleasure, pain, and desire. Lack of human reason is irrelevant to an understanding of the richness of animal life and cognition. In sum, the reader will acquire knowledge of the "animal as such," which lay at the core of Aristotle’s agenda and required a study of its own, separate from plants and the elements. This book is intended for students of the history of science, ancient biology, and philosophy and all those who, from different fields, are interested in animal studies and the human-animal relation.

This title is part of UC Press's Voices Revived program, which commemorates University of California Press’s mission to seek out and cultivate the brightest minds and give them voice, reach, and impact. Drawing on a backlist dating to 1893, Voices Revived makes high-quality, peer-reviewed scholarship accessible once again using print-on-demand technology. This title was originally published in 1986.

This volume presents an interconnected set of sixteen essays, four of which are previously unpublished, by Allan Gotthelf—one of the leading experts in the study of Aristotle's biological writings. Gotthelf addresses three main topics across Aristotle's three main biological treatises. Starting with his own ground-breaking study of Aristotle's natural teleology and its illuminating relationship with the Generation of Animals, Gotthelf proceeds to the axiomatic structure of biological explanation (and the first principles such explanation proceeds from) in the Parts of Animals. After an exploration of the implications of these two treatises for our understanding of Aristotle's metaphysics, Gotthelf examines important aspects of the method by which Aristotle organizes his data in the History of Animals to make possible such a systematic, explanatory study of animals, offering a new view of the place of classification in that enterprise. In a concluding section on 'Aristotle as Theoretical Biologist', Gotthelf explores the basis of Charles Darwin's great praise of Aristotle and, in the first printing of a lecture delivered worldwide, provides an overview of Aristotle as a philosophically-oriented scientist, and 'a proper verdict' on his greatness as scientist.