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De Anima

De Anima

Di: Aristotle
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Explore Aristotles profound investigation into the nature of the soul in De Anima (Greek Περὶ Ψυχῆς, Latin De Anima). This landmark treatise offers a captivating look at the essence of living beings, classifying souls according to their distinct functions. Uncover how plants embody basic capacities of nourishment and reproduction, while lower animals exhibit senses and movement. Humans, uniquely, encompass all these attributes and are defined by their intellectual capabilities. Aristotles view of the soul challenges modern perspectives, presenting it as the very form and essence of life—intimately connected to the body it animates. This intriguing work invites listeners to rethink the conventional belief of the soul as merely a spiritual entity, providing a deeper understanding of what it truly means to be alive. (Adapted from Wikipedia)Copyright Assorted Non Fiction Filosofia Mondiale Scienza Scienze sociali
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