Flesh, Body and Politics: the Epicurean Revolution

  • Gustavo Castel de Lucas Universidad Complutense de Madrid
DOI: https://doi.org/10.5209/RPUB.57501
Keywords: Epicurus, body and politics, Epicurus and politics.

Abstract

In the present work we aim to show the direct and deep link between body and politics both in the is and the ought realms. Using the inspiring Epicurean tradition and the thought of Epicurus himself we try, on the one hand, to establish a coherent political journey from human pleasure to political foundings. On the other hand, we would like to point out the potential of this philosophical tradition to though on politics today.

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Published
2017-10-06
How to Cite
Castel de Lucas G. (2017). Flesh, Body and Politics: the Epicurean Revolution. Res Publica. Revista de Historia de las Ideas Políticas, 20(3), 561-579. https://doi.org/10.5209/RPUB.57501
Issue
Vol. 20 No. 3 (2017): Cuerpo y poder en Grecia
Section
Estudios

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