--- product_id: 82554972 title: "Early Greek Philosophy (Penguin Classics)" price: "NT$779" currency: TWD in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.tw/products/82554972-early-greek-philosophy-penguin-classics store_origin: TW region: Taiwan --- # Early Greek Philosophy (Penguin Classics) **Price:** NT$779 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Early Greek Philosophy (Penguin Classics) - **How much does it cost?** NT$779 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.tw](https://www.desertcart.tw/products/82554972-early-greek-philosophy-penguin-classics) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description The works collected in this volume form the true foundation of Western philosophy - the base upon which Plato and Aristotle and their successors would eventually build. Yet the importance of the Pre-Socratics thinkers lies less in their influence - great though that was - than in their astonishing intellectual ambition and imaginative reach. Zeno's dizzying 'proofs' that motion is impossible; the extraordinary atomic theories of Democritus; the haunting and enigmatic epigrams of Heraclitus; and the maxims of Alcmaeon: fragmentary as they often are, the thoughts of these philosophers seem strikingly modern in their concern to forge a truly scientific vocabulary and way of reasoning. Review: Degree requirement - Required for coursework for 2nd year of philosophy degree, well presented with introduction and notes Review: Wonderful introduction - A good introduction to early Greek, pre-socratic philosophy by an expert in both Greek philosophy and language. ## Features - Warning:Not suitable for children under 10 months. - New - Mint Condition - Dispatch same day for order received before 12 noon - Guaranteed packaging - No quibbles returns ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | 61,652 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) 1,670 in Philosophy (Books) 6,529 in History (Books) | | Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 171 Reviews | ## Images ![Early Greek Philosophy (Penguin Classics) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71CALuPBtPL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Degree requirement *by R***S on 28 October 2025* Required for coursework for 2nd year of philosophy degree, well presented with introduction and notes ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Wonderful introduction *by O***T on 20 April 2026* A good introduction to early Greek, pre-socratic philosophy by an expert in both Greek philosophy and language. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Barnes' selection of Early Greek 'pre-Socratic' Philosophy *by L***M on 20 January 2013* In this book, Barnes presents an insightful and scholarly account of the different views of the philosophers which preceded the Athenian trio. These works range from the predecessors of Greek philosophy to Diogenes of Apollonia, including many of the greatest thinkers of the era. What is truly refreshing about this work is the citation of actual fragments of work from ancient philosophers, something which has been curiously lacking in the histories of philosophy. The presentation of, arguably, verbatim material gives the reader a greater understanding of the Greeks with whom they engage and allows for the construction of a true 'feel' of the philosophy. The selection within this work is also generous, whilst the majority of the work is concerned with the more plentiful fragments of major names such as Empedocles and Democritus, there is also mention of smaller intermediaries and commentaries on periods of time. These give the work a distinct charm and offer a more complete view of the development of the history of ancient Greek thought. Another great facet of this book is the scholarly nature of the writing, the authenticity of which is rare in philosophy books and once again provides another dimension to the reading. However, there are a few issues which this book encounters. Firstly, and inevitably, there is a confusing use of notation and text style in this work. These are necessary to differentiate between Barnes, commentator and actual Greek philosopher, but nonetheless it can prove troublesome. Furthermore, there is a lack of a concluding section. Whilst this is obviously not a tremendous injustice, Barnes' writing would have been a useful resolution to the book. Overall, this is a great product and one I would thoroughly recommend. ## Frequently Bought Together - Early Greek Philosophy (Penguin Classics) - The Republic (Penguin Classics) - Letters from a Stoic: An illuminating journey through Seneca's teachings and Stoic philosophy (Collins Classics) --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.tw/products/82554972-early-greek-philosophy-penguin-classics](https://www.desertcart.tw/products/82554972-early-greek-philosophy-penguin-classics) --- *Product available on Desertcart Taiwan* *Store origin: TW* *Last updated: 2026-05-25*