The Fathers of Greek Philosophy

Greek philosophy established the central questions that perplex philosophers to this day. In The Fathers of Greek Philosophy Renn Hampden studies philosophy’s three foundational figures: Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle. Examining each figure’s historical context, life, and work, Hampden addresses questions such as the historicity of Socrates’ life and his unique student-pupil relationship with Plato. It also delineates the specific areas of philosophy in which each thinker contributed most significantly.