Physics

Aristotle, Robin Waterfield, David Bostock (Fellow and Tutor in Philosophy, Fellow and Tutor in Philosophy, Merton College, Oxford)

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Worlds Classics
01 May 2008

Literature, Poetry & Criticism; Western philosophy: Ancient, to c 500; History of science; Physics

Series: Oxford World's Classics

For many centuries, Aristotle's Physics was the essential starting point for anyone who wished to study the natural sciences

This book begins with an analysis of change, which introduces us to Aristotle's central concepts of matter and form, before moving on to an account of explanation in the sciences and a defence of teleological explanation. Aristotle then turns to detailed, important, and often ingenious discussions of notions such as infinity, place, void, time, and conintuity.

He ends with an argument designed to show that the changes we experience in the world demand as their cause a single unchanging cause of all change, namely God.

This is the first complete translation of Physics into English since 1930.

It presents Aristotle's thought accurately, while at the same time simplifying and expanding the often crabbed and elliptical style of the original, so that it is very much easier to read.

A lucid introduction and extensive notes explain the general structure of each section of the book and shed light on particular problems.

ABOUT THE SERIES: For over 100 years Oxford World's Classics has made available the widest range of literature from around the globe. Each affordable volume reflects Oxford's commitment to scholarship, providing the most accurate text plus a wealth of other valuable features, including expert introductions by leading authorities, helpful notes to clarify the text, up-to-date bibliographies for further study, and much more.

By: Aristotle
Edited by: David Bostock (Fellow and Tutor in Philosophy Fellow and Tutor in Philosophy Merton College Oxford)
Translated by: Robin Waterfield
Imprint: Worlds Classics
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 200mm, Width: 130mm, Spine: 20mm
Weight: 265g
ISBN: 9780199540280
ISBN 10: 0199540284
Series: Oxford World's Classics
Pages: 384
Publication Date: 01 May 2008
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Reviews for Physics

`the editions deserve great credit for the enthusiasm of their approach ... The introductions by eminent scholars put the thoughts of the author and the history of the time into clear perspective. Oxford should be given credit for making the classics accessible for all rather than just crib notes for students.' Jonathan Copeland, Lincolnshire Echo 03/09/1996