--- product_id: 2558065 title: "Philosophy of Plato and Aristotle (Agora Editions)" price: "KD 9.61" currency: KWD in_stock: true reviews_count: 4 url: https://www.desertcart.com.kw/products/2558065-philosophy-of-plato-and-aristotle-agora-editions store_origin: KW region: Kuwait --- # Classic philosophical wisdom Deep analytical insights Ancient Greek intellectual heritage Philosophy of Plato and Aristotle (Agora Editions) **Price:** KD 9.61 **Availability:** βœ… In Stock ## Summary > πŸ“– Unlock the secrets of ancient wisdom β€” don’t miss out on the ultimate philosophical journey! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Philosophy of Plato and Aristotle (Agora Editions) - **How much does it cost?** KD 9.61 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.com.kw](https://www.desertcart.com.kw/products/2558065-philosophy-of-plato-and-aristotle-agora-editions) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - β€’ **Highly Rated & Respected:** 4.9-star average from 22 reviews, a trusted resource for deep philosophical study. - β€’ **Rare Historical Perspective:** Includes Alfarabi’s unique translations and interpretations bridging Greek and Islamic philosophy. - β€’ **Thought-Provoking Complexity:** Engage with layered texts that challenge and refine your critical thinking skills. - β€’ **Timeless Intellectual Legacy:** Explore the foundational ideas of Plato and Aristotle that shaped Western thought. - β€’ **Curated for the Discerning Reader:** A used book in good condition, perfect for collectors and serious philosophy enthusiasts. ## Overview Philosophy of Plato and Aristotle (Agora Editions) is a carefully preserved used edition offering profound insights into the works of two of history’s greatest philosophers. Featuring translations and commentary by Alfarabi and others, this book bridges ancient Greek philosophy with Islamic scholarship, providing a rare, multi-layered exploration of ideas that continue to influence modern thought. Highly rated and ideal for serious readers seeking intellectual growth and historical depth. ## Description Philosophy of Plato and Aristotle (Agora Editions) [Alfarabi, Mahdi, Muhsin, Butterworth, Charles E., Pangle, Thomas L.] on desertcart.com. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers. Philosophy of Plato and Aristotle (Agora Editions) Review: Great investment! Highly suggested! - So far since the beginning of the book which starts as The Human Things... it has been great to read. If you are a consistent reader it will be a wonderful book to consider reading. Review: There are secrets that philosophers hide from the masses - The ancient Greeks were the first people who wrote about philosophy and the greatest of these Greeks were Plato (428/427-348/347 BCE) and Aristotle (384-322). They wrote in Greek, and since many later people did not know Greek, if it were not for Islamic writers who knew Greek and who translated their writings into Arabic, Jews and Christians would have had no knowledge of these great men or of philosophy. One of first of these Islamic writers was Alfarabi (870-950). Alfarabi tells us that Plato could not reveal the truth to everyone because they would not understand it and would feel threatened by ideas that conflict with what they felt was true: The wise Plato did not feel free to reveal and uncover every kind of knowledge for all people. Therefore he followed the practice of using symbols, riddles, obscurity, and difficulty, so that knowledge would not fall into the hands of those who do not deserve it and be deformed, or into the hands of someone who does not know its worth or who uses it improperly. In this he was right. Thus, Alfarabi, Muhsin Mahdi writes, also hid the truth from the general population by brazenly using "self-contradiction - between works, between passages, and even, at least once, within the same sentence. The uses of this device are manifold." Alfarabi states that one of these truths, in fact the basic truth that Plato could not teach the general population, is that spending one's life developing one's mind is the only true fulfillment of human existence. The thinking must focus on the practical and political, the sciences that benefit the individual and society. This knowledge can only be obtained by associating and cooperating with others and living next to them. Plato, Alfarabi writes, was not speaking of religious knowledge, another idea that the general population could not accept. Religious thinking "is not sufficient." "Religion is "an imitation of philosophy." It supplies an imaginative unexamined account of nature that the general population needs to know, but not the truth. But the perfect person, according to Plato, is one who learns the real truth and lives a life that reflects it. This was the problem faced by Plato's teacher: For when he [Socrates] knew that he could not survive except by conforming to false opinions and leading a base way of life, he preferred death to life. Aristotle, Plato's student, Alfarabi wrote, had the same understanding as Plato "and more." Aristotle investigated and described the causes of everything that he could see and think about, practical and theoretical science. He examined the purpose of everything by looking at all of its parts. He divided what he found into classes. He gave an account of all he saw. He spoke of logic, drama, poetry, and other subjects and described how they should work. Alfarabi portrays Aristotle as taking some of Plato's ideas, as well as others that Plato did not discuss, and examining them as a scientist would probe them today. Thus, for example, while Plato speaks about the soul, Aristotle defines it as the various parts of the body, such as the nutritive and respiratory systems that keep the body alive, as well as the intellect. This intellect is the true and only aspect of humans that differentiates them from animals and inanimate objects. Thus people who do not develop their intellect have failed to become truly human. All the parts of the soul die with the body, except for the intellect, but Aristotle seems to say that this surviving intellect has no recollection of its prior life. Aristotle's view of the soul is another philosophical teaching that would disturb the general population. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #508,062 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #411 in Individual Philosophers (Books) #741 in Ancient Greek & Roman Philosophy #1,002 in Religious Philosophy (Books) | | Customer Reviews | 4.9 4.9 out of 5 stars (22) | | Dimensions | 5.5 x 0.45 x 8.5 inches | | Edition | Rev ed. | | ISBN-10 | 0801487161 | | ISBN-13 | 978-0801487163 | | Item Weight | 8 ounces | | Language | English | | Print length | 192 pages | | Publication date | April 15, 2002 | | Publisher | Cornell University Press | | Reading age | 18 years and up | ## Images ![Philosophy of Plato and Aristotle (Agora Editions) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61z7M+2UAQL.jpg) ![Philosophy of Plato and Aristotle (Agora Editions) - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71FVQTHxqPL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great investment! Highly suggested! *by K***Γ„ on March 27, 2026* So far since the beginning of the book which starts as The Human Things... it has been great to read. If you are a consistent reader it will be a wonderful book to consider reading. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ There are secrets that philosophers hide from the masses *by I***N on June 30, 2010* The ancient Greeks were the first people who wrote about philosophy and the greatest of these Greeks were Plato (428/427-348/347 BCE) and Aristotle (384-322). They wrote in Greek, and since many later people did not know Greek, if it were not for Islamic writers who knew Greek and who translated their writings into Arabic, Jews and Christians would have had no knowledge of these great men or of philosophy. One of first of these Islamic writers was Alfarabi (870-950). Alfarabi tells us that Plato could not reveal the truth to everyone because they would not understand it and would feel threatened by ideas that conflict with what they felt was true: The wise Plato did not feel free to reveal and uncover every kind of knowledge for all people. Therefore he followed the practice of using symbols, riddles, obscurity, and difficulty, so that knowledge would not fall into the hands of those who do not deserve it and be deformed, or into the hands of someone who does not know its worth or who uses it improperly. In this he was right. Thus, Alfarabi, Muhsin Mahdi writes, also hid the truth from the general population by brazenly using "self-contradiction - between works, between passages, and even, at least once, within the same sentence. The uses of this device are manifold." Alfarabi states that one of these truths, in fact the basic truth that Plato could not teach the general population, is that spending one's life developing one's mind is the only true fulfillment of human existence. The thinking must focus on the practical and political, the sciences that benefit the individual and society. This knowledge can only be obtained by associating and cooperating with others and living next to them. Plato, Alfarabi writes, was not speaking of religious knowledge, another idea that the general population could not accept. Religious thinking "is not sufficient." "Religion is "an imitation of philosophy." It supplies an imaginative unexamined account of nature that the general population needs to know, but not the truth. But the perfect person, according to Plato, is one who learns the real truth and lives a life that reflects it. This was the problem faced by Plato's teacher: For when he [Socrates] knew that he could not survive except by conforming to false opinions and leading a base way of life, he preferred death to life. Aristotle, Plato's student, Alfarabi wrote, had the same understanding as Plato "and more." Aristotle investigated and described the causes of everything that he could see and think about, practical and theoretical science. He examined the purpose of everything by looking at all of its parts. He divided what he found into classes. He gave an account of all he saw. He spoke of logic, drama, poetry, and other subjects and described how they should work. Alfarabi portrays Aristotle as taking some of Plato's ideas, as well as others that Plato did not discuss, and examining them as a scientist would probe them today. Thus, for example, while Plato speaks about the soul, Aristotle defines it as the various parts of the body, such as the nutritive and respiratory systems that keep the body alive, as well as the intellect. This intellect is the true and only aspect of humans that differentiates them from animals and inanimate objects. Thus people who do not develop their intellect have failed to become truly human. All the parts of the soul die with the body, except for the intellect, but Aristotle seems to say that this surviving intellect has no recollection of its prior life. Aristotle's view of the soul is another philosophical teaching that would disturb the general population. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great book *by A***A on March 1, 2021* Great book --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - πŸ›’ **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** β€” Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** β€” Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - πŸ’° **No Hidden Fees** β€” All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - πŸ”„ **15-Day Free Returns** β€” Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - πŸ”’ **Secure Payments** β€” Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** β€” Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.com.kw/products/2558065-philosophy-of-plato-and-aristotle-agora-editions](https://www.desertcart.com.kw/products/2558065-philosophy-of-plato-and-aristotle-agora-editions) --- *Product available on Desertcart Kuwait* *Store origin: KW* *Last updated: 2026-05-20*