Aristotle: On the Soul

Aristotle’s On the Soul (De Anima) is one of the foundational works in the history of philosophy. In this profound investigation, Aristotle examines the principle of life itself and explores the nature of the soul, perception, imagination, thought, intellect, desire, and movement.

Rather than treating the soul as something merely separate from the living body, Aristotle develops a systematic account of the soul as the form and actuality of an organised living being. His analysis established concepts and questions that continue to shape philosophy of mind, psychology, biology, and metaphysics.

This carefully edited English edition includes an extensive introduction, a complete translation, detailed philosophical commentary, 272 linked scholarly notes, and a substantial bibliography. The introduction situates the treatise within Aristotle’s intellectual development, while the commentary clarifies its structure, terminology, arguments, and enduring philosophical significance.

Introduction, translation, and commentary by Dr Ioannis S. Christodoulou.

What this edition includes

• A complete English translation of Aristotle’s On the Soul
• An extensive philosophical introduction
• Detailed commentary on all three books
• 272 internally linked scholarly notes
• A carefully organised bibliography
• British English editorial standards
• Professionally formatted EPUB navigation

This edition is intended for students, scholars, teachers, and reflective readers interested in Aristotle, ancient Greek philosophy, philosophy of mind, metaphysics, psychology, and the enduring question of what it means to be alive, to perceive, and to think.

Format: EPUB eBook
Language: English — British English
Author: Aristotle
Introduction, translation, and commentary: Dr Ioannis S. Christodoulou
Publisher: EPHILO International Publishing & Dialogue
Imprint: Theory — School of Calm Thought