Aristotle: A Beginner's Guide to the Core Ideas and Modern Relevance of Aristotle, Including Logic, Virtue Ethics, and the Pursuit of Eudaimonia (The Good Life)

For over 2,000 years, he was known simply as "The Philosopher." Now, discover why Aristotle's wisdom is more relevant than ever. While his teacher Plato looked to the heavens for truth, Aristotle pointed down to earth. He believed the blueprint for a good life wasn't hidden in an abstract realm, but was accessible to all of us, right here and now. But how do we find it? From The Philosophy School, Aristotle: A Beginner's Guide is your key to unlocking the powerful, practical, and profound system of the man who shaped Western thought. This is not a dense academic lecture; it's a clear and engaging guide for anyone seeking to build a better character, think more clearly, and live a more meaningful life. Inside this guide, you will learn to: Live the Good Life: Discover the true meaning of Eudaimonia (human flourishing) and why it's a more robust goal than fleeting happiness. Master Virtue Ethics: Move beyond rigid rules and learn to cultivate an excellent character, asking not "What should I do?" but "Who should I become?" Find Balance with the Golden Mean: Explore Aristotle's timeless tool for navigating life's challenges by finding the virtuous middle path between extremes. Think with Clarity: Grasp the fundamentals of Aristotelian logic, the "toolkit for thinking" that laid the groundwork for all of Western science and reason. Understand the World: Demystify the Four Causes—Aristotle's complete framework for understanding why things are the way they are. From positive psychology to character education, Aristotle's insights continue to provide the foundation for how we understand human potential. This guide makes his essential wisdom accessible to everyone. Prepare to meet "The Philosopher" and discover his enduring blueprint for living well.