Ducksters
Ducksters: Biography for Kids: Aristotle
This site contains s biography of Aristotle. Learn about One of the philosophers of Ancient Greece.
Steven Kreis, PhD
The History Guide: Aquinas and Alighieri
A lecture on the medieval philosopher, Saint Thomas Aquinas, and writer Dante Alighieri.
Curated OER
Ancient Greek Philosophy: Thales of Miletus
Includes a short summary of the life and work of the Greek philosopher Thales of Miletus. Discusses his life, work in Astronomy and Mathematics, and view of water and pantheism. Also includes a couple of quotations that make reference to...
Other
The Basics of Philosophy: Zeno of Elea
Looks at the life of Zeno of Elea (c. 490 - 430 B.C.) and at his paradoxes, of which eight survived. His ideas were at odds with Aristotle, who disagreed with him. Many philosophers have grappled with his paradoxes, and even today, some...
E-learning for Kids
E Learning for Kids: Science: Atlantis: Defining Seasons All Over the World
Discover the seasons together with the ancient Greek philosopher Plato. Did you know it is summer on Atlantis when it is winter in Australia?
Stanford University
Stanford Encyclopedia of Philosophy: Anicius Manlius Severinus Boethius
An in-depth study of the Christian philosopher from the 6th century C.E. There is a comprehensive biographical sketch plus nice analysis of his major works and ideas.
Wikimedia
Wikipedia: Epicureanism
Wikipedia provides detailed information on Epicureanism, a system of philosophy based on the teachings of Epicurus.
Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy
Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy: Greek Philosophy
Introduction from the Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy to the main topics and thinkers in the Greek philosophical tradition. Includes links to related articles. Helpful for relating particular philosophers to each other chronologically.
Other
Aristotle
A discussion of the beliefs of Aristotle, his contributions to logic, and why he had to flee Athens at the time of Alexander's death.
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University of St Andrews: Mathematics Archive: Democritus of Abdera
This page provides an excellent biography of Democritus of Abdera, an ancient Greek philosopher and mathematician. Discusses his life, travels, and contributions to the fields of philosophy and, to an extent, mathematics.
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Picture of Thales
Contains a detailed biography and discussion of the contributions of the ancient Greek philosopher Thales. Part of a larger mathematics site, this page focuses primarily on his contributions to Geometry.
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Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Clip Art Etc: Aeschylus
(525-456 B.C.) Ancient Greek philosopher, founder of Greek tragedies
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Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Clip Art Etc: Epicurus
Epicurus was an ancient Greek philosopher and the founder of the school of philosophy called Epicureanism. Only a few fragments and letters remain of Epicurus's 300 written works. Much of what is known about Epicurean philosophy derives...
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Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Clip Art Etc: Plato
(525-456 BC) Ancient Greek philosopher