No. 94412413

Tesauro - Filosofia morale derivata dall'alto Fonte del grande Aristotele stagirita - 1695
No. 94412413

Tesauro - Filosofia morale derivata dall'alto Fonte del grande Aristotele stagirita - 1695
Elegitur presents:
The work "Moral Philosophy Derived from the High Source of the Great Aristotle of Stagira" is a treatise by Emanuele Tesauro, an erudite and literary figure of the 17th century, known especially for his work on baroque rhetoric and poetics.
Content and objectives of the work
This work belongs to the genre of moral philosophy and aims to expose and adapt Aristotle's ethical thought, enriching it with the influence of Christianity and with elements typical of baroque culture. Tesauro draws inspiration from Aristotle's Nicomachean Ethics, seeking to interpret it in a Christian key and offering a model of virtuous behavior that would be compatible with the moral principles of the time.
The work has an educational intent and aims to guide the reader towards an ethically correct life, combining Aristotelian rationalism with Christian spirituality. Tesauro reinterprets Aristotelian concepts of virtues, free will, and happiness, placing them in a context that reflects the moral sensitivity of the Seicento.
Style and characteristics
Tesauro is known for his Baroque style, characterized by a language rich in metaphors, antitheses, and wordplay. Even in this treatise on moral philosophy, his writing is elegant and persuasive, aiming to capture the reader's attention and engage them in the proposed reflections.
The work stands out for its solid rhetorical and argumentative approach, which combines philosophical rigor with expressive brilliance, making even the most complex concepts accessible through examples and analogies.
Meaning and impact
The moral philosophy of Tesauro fits into a period in which Aristotelian philosophy, although still dominant, was being reinterpreted in the light of religion and the new cultural trends of the Baroque. The work therefore represents an attempt to reconcile the classical tradition with the moral and spiritual needs of the time, addressing an educated audience eager to navigate the complexity of ethical life.
Thanks to his refined style and ability to make Aristotelian themes relevant, Tesauro left a significant contribution to the moral literature of the seventeenth century, demonstrating how ancient philosophy could still serve as a guide for modern life.
collation and state of preservation: in-12º. (12), 684, (30), excellent state of preservation
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