Describes the origins of philosophy, discusses the work of Pythagoras, Heraclitus, Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle, and examines basic philosophical concepts
This is a solid introductory text. It gives a detailed rundown of all the major figures, from Thales to the Neoplatonists. Luce is a clear and lively writer. This book will help orient you in the rich domain of Greek philosophy. It is not an original work of philosophy but a competent overview.