On The Ends Of Good And Evil by Marcus Tullius Cicero
De Finibus Bonorum et Malorum
"On the Ends of Good and Evil" is a philosophical work that explores the ethical theories of Hellenistic schools, including Stoicism, Epicureanism, and the Peripatetic tradition. Through a series of dialogues, the text delves into the nature of happiness and the ultimate end of human action, examining what constitutes the highest good. The author critiques and compares the doctrines of these schools, ultimately defending the Stoic view that virtue is the sole basis of happiness and the ultimate goal in life, while also acknowledging valuable insights from other philosophical traditions.
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- Roman
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 200-300
- Original Language
- Latin
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