The Therapy of Desire: Theory and Practice in Hellenistic Ethics (Martin Classical Lectures)
In this study of Hellenistic ethics, Martha C. Nussbaum examines how philosophical ideas address desire and connect with the conduct of everyday life. Combining classical studies with moral philosophy, the book considers both the theory and practice of ethics in the Hellenistic tradition.
About This Book
Martha C. Nussbaum explores Hellenistic ethics through the relationship between philosophical theory and practical life.
The book focuses on desire as a central concern of ethical thought and considers the therapeutic role attributed to philosophy.
Its subject combines classical studies, moral philosophy, and the practical dimensions of ethical reflection.
This volume is part of the Martin Classical Lectures.
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