by James G. Lennox (Author), Aristotle (Author), James G. Lennox (Translator)

In On the Parts of Animals, Aristotle develops his systematic principles for biological investigation and explanation, and applies those principles to explain why the different animals have the different parts that they do. This new translation and commentary reflects the subtlety and detail of Aristotle's reasoning.

Author Biography

James Lennox is Professor of History and Philosophy of Science, and Director of the Center for Philosophy of Science at the University of Pittsburgh.

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