{"product_id":"the-lives-and-opinions-of-eminent-philosophers-diogenes-laertius","title":"The Lives and Opinions of Eminent Philosophers - Diogenes Laertius","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Lives and Opinions of Eminent Philosophers - Diogenes Laertius\u003c\/em\u003e by Diogenes Laertius is a paperback for readers who like their history and ideas with some substance. Runs to about 600 pages, so it's the sort of book you keep on the desk rather than the nightstand – good for students, researchers and anyone curious about the subject.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat it's about\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Lives and Opinions of Eminent Philosophers by Diogenes Laertius is a foundational classical text that preserves the biographies, teachings, and philosophical doctrines of the most influential thinkers of ancient Greece. Compiled in the 3rd century AD, this monumental work documents the lives and ideas of philosophers such as Socrates, Plato, Aristotle, Epicurus, Pythagoras, Zeno, and many others, offering invaluable insight into the origins of Western philosophy. Blending biography, recorded sayings, historical anecdotes, and summaries of philosophical systems—including Stoicism, Epicureanism, Cynicism, Skepticism, and Platonism—this enduring volume serves as a primary source for classical scholarship and intellectual history. Essential for students of philosophy, classics, ancient history, political thought, and ethics, this work remains a cornerstone in the study of Greek philosophical traditions and their lasting global influence.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBook details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Diogenes Laertius\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFormat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Paperback\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/strong\u003e English\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 600\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e DD Books\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublished:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2026\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCategory:\u003c\/strong\u003e Philosophy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs The Lives and Opinions of Eminent Philosophers available in paperback or hardcover?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis listing is for the paperback edition of \u003cem\u003eThe Lives and Opinions of Eminent Philosophers\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat language is this edition in?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis edition is in English.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWho wrote The Lives and Opinions of Eminent Philosophers?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Lives and Opinions of Eminent Philosophers is written by Diogenes Laertius.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow fast does Bookston ship?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eShipping is free on every order, with no minimum. We ship within the United States only; orders leave our Denver, Colorado warehouse in 1–2 business days and usually arrive within 5–7 business days.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat if the book arrives damaged or isn't what I expected?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou have 30 days from delivery to return it in new condition for a full refund. If it arrived damaged, defective or wrong, we cover the return shipping.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bookston","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":67807408849007,"sku":"9789377466312","price":18.23,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0758\/2004\/0303\/files\/81Hr8KqqcfL.jpg?v=1792259873","url":"https:\/\/bookston.com\/products\/the-lives-and-opinions-of-eminent-philosophers-diogenes-laertius","provider":"Bookston","version":"1.0","type":"link"}