The Middle Included
The Middle Included

Author: Ömer Aygün

Publisher: Northwestern University Press

Published: 2016-12-15

Total Pages: 438

ISBN-13: 0810134020

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The Middle Included is the first comprehensive account of the Ancient Greek word logos in Aristotelian philosophy. Logos means many things in the Aristotelian corpus: essential formula, proportion, reason, and language. Surveying these meanings in Aristotle’s logic, physics, and ethics, Ömer Aygün persuasively demonstrates that these divers meanings of logos all refer to a basic sense of “gathering” or “inclusiveness.” In this sense, logos functions as a counterpart to a formal version of the principles of non-contradiction and of the excluded middle in his corpus. Aygün thus shifts Aristotle’s traditional image from that of the father of formal logic, classificatory thinking, and exclusion to a more nuanced image of him as a thinker of inclusion. The Middle Included also explores human language in Aristotelian philosophy. After an account of acoustic phenomena and animal communication, Aygün argues that human language for Aristotle is the ability to understand and relay both first-hand experiences and non-first-hand experiences. This definition is key to understanding many core human experiences such as science, history, news media, education, sophistry, and indeed philosophy itself. Logos is thus never associated with any other animal nor with anything divine—it remains strictly and rigorously secular, humane, and yet full of the wonder.

Fes and the Middle Atlas Rough Guides Snapshot Morocco (includes Meknes, Volubilis, Midelt, the Cascades d’Ouzoud, Sefrou and Azrou)
Fes and the Middle Atlas Rough Guides Snapshot Morocco (includes Meknes, Volubilis, Midelt, the Cascades d’Ouzoud, Sefrou and Azrou)

Author: Rough Guides

Publisher: Penguin

Published: 2012-03-01

Total Pages: 234

ISBN-13: 1409361217

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The Rough Guide Snapshot to Fes and the Middle Atlas is the ultimate travel guide to this alluring part of Morocco. It guides you through the region with reliable information and comprehensive coverage of all the sights and attractions, from the souks of Meknes to the tanneries of Fes and the Cirque du Jaffer to the Cascades d'Ouzoud. Detailed maps and up-to-date listings pinpoint the best cafés, restaurants, hotels, shops, bars and nightlife, ensuring you have the best trip possible, whether passing through, staying for the weekend or longer. Also included is the Basics section from the Rough Guide to Morocco, with all the practical information you need for travelling in and around Morocco, including transport, food, drink, costs, health, accommodation and shopping. Also published as part of the Rough Guide to Morocco. Full coverage: Meknes, Volubilis, Moulay Idriss, Fes, The Middle Atlas, Sefrou, Imouzzer du Kandar, Ifrane, Azrou, Aïn Leuh, Oum er Rbia sources, Aguelmane Azigza, Midelt, the Cirque Jaffar, Khenifra, El Ksiba, Arhbala, Kasba Tadla, Beni Mellal, the Cascades d'Ouzoud, Demnate. (Equivalent printed page extent 141 pages).

The Middle Included
The Middle Included

Author: Ömer Aygün

Publisher: Northwestern University Press

Published: 2016-12-15

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780810134003

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The Middle Included is the first comprehensive account of the Ancient Greek word logos in Aristotelian philosophy. Logos means many things in the Aristotelian corpus: essential formula, proportion, reason, and language. Surveying these meanings in Aristotle’s logic, physics, and ethics, Ömer Aygün persuasively demonstrates that these divers meanings of logos all refer to a basic sense of “gathering” or “inclusiveness.” In this sense, logos functions as a counterpart to a formal version of the principles of non-contradiction and of the excluded middle in his corpus. Aygün thus shifts Aristotle’s traditional image from that of the father of formal logic, classificatory thinking, and exclusion to a more nuanced image of him as a thinker of inclusion. The Middle Included also explores human language in Aristotelian philosophy. After an account of acoustic phenomena and animal communication, Aygün argues that human language for Aristotle is the ability to understand and relay both first-hand experiences and non-first-hand experiences. This definition is key to understanding many core human experiences such as science, history, news media, education, sophistry, and indeed philosophy itself. Logos is thus never associated with any other animal nor with anything divine—it remains strictly and rigorously secular, humane, and yet full of the wonder.

An Introduction to Chinese History and Culture
An Introduction to Chinese History and Culture

Author: Qizhi Zhang

Publisher: Springer

Published: 2015-04-15

Total Pages: 472

ISBN-13: 3662464829

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This book breaks with convention and provides an overview of Chinese history in the form of special topics. These topics include the major issues of “A Scientific Approach to the Origins of Chinese Civilization,” “Ancient Chinese Society and the Change of Dynasties,” “The Golden Ages of the Han, Tang and Qing Dynasties: a Comparative Analysis,” “Transportation Systems and Cultural Communication in Ancient China,” “Ethnic Relations in Chinese History,” “The Systems of Politics, Law and Selecting Officials in Ancient China,” “Agriculture, Handicraft and Commerce in Ancient China,” “The Military Thought and Military Systems of Ancient China,” “The Rich and Colorful Social Life in Ancient China,” “The Evolution of Ancient Chinese Thought,” “The Treasure House of Ancient Chinese Literature and Art,” “The Emergence and Progress of Ancient Chinese Historiography,” “Reflection on Ancient Chinese Science and Technology,” “New Issues in the Modern History of China,” and “A General Progression to the Socialist Modernization of the People’s Republic of China.” The book is based on current literature and research by university students. The modern history section is relatively concise, while the topics related to ancient Chinese history are longer, reflecting the country’s rich history and corresponding wealth of materials. There is also an in-depth discussion on the socialist modernization of the People’s Republic of China. The book provides insights into Chinese history, allowing readers “to see the value of civilization through history; to see the preciseness of history through civilization.” It focuses on the social background, lifestyle and development processes to illustrate ideologies and ideas.