Tully's Five Books De Finibus: Or Concerning The Last Object Of Desire And Aversion (1702)

Tully's Five Books De Finibus: Or Concerning The Last Object Of Desire And Aversion is a book written by the ancient Roman philosopher and statesman, Marcus Tullius Cicero. The book was originally written in Latin and was first published in 45 BC. The English translation of the book was published in 1702. The book is a philosophical treatise that explores the concept of the ultimate goal of human desire and aversion. Cicero discusses the different philosophical schools of thought on this topic, including the Epicureans, the Stoics, and the Peripatetics. He also examines the views of several prominent philosophers, including Aristotle, Epicurus, and Zeno.The book is divided into five sections, each of which explores a different aspect of the topic. The first section discusses the nature of desire and aversion, while the second section explores the different types of desire and aversion. The third section examines the different philosophical schools of thought on the ultimate goal of desire and aversion, while the fourth section explores the relationship between virtue and the ultimate goal of desire and aversion. The fifth and final section discusses the role of pleasure in the attainment of the ultimate goal.Overall, Tully's Five Books De Finibus is a thought-provoking and insightful exploration of the nature of human desire and aversion, and the different philosophical perspectives on this topic. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in ancient philosophy or the history of ideas.Together, With An Apology For The Philosophical Writings Of Cicero, In A Letter To The Translator. 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.