The Essence Of Plotinus

The Essence of Plotinus is a book that features extracts from the six Enneads and Porphyry's Life of Plotinus. Plotinus was a philosopher who lived in the third century AD and is considered one of the most influential figures in the development of Western philosophy. The book is edited by Stephen MacKenna, who was an Irish philosopher and translator. The book is divided into two parts. The first part features extracts from the six Enneads, which is Plotinus' most famous work. The Enneads are a collection of writings that explore various philosophical topics, such as the nature of reality, the soul, and the divine. The extracts in this book provide a concise overview of Plotinus' key ideas and arguments.The second part of the book features Porphyry's Life of Plotinus, which is a biography of the philosopher. Porphyry was a student of Plotinus and wrote the biography shortly after his teacher's death. The biography provides valuable insight into Plotinus' life and character, as well as his philosophical ideas.Overall, The Essence of Plotinus is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the philosophy of Plotinus. The book provides a concise overview of his key ideas and arguments, as well as valuable biographical information. Stephen MacKenna's editing ensures that the book is accessible and easy to read for both scholars and general readers.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.