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“I pissed on the man who called me a dog. Why was he so surprised?”

Quote by Diogenes

Book:Herakleitos and Diogenes: Translated from the Greek by Guy Davenport

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Herakleitos and Diogenes: Translated from the Greek by Guy Davenport

Herakleitos and Diogenes: Translated from the Greek by Guy Davenport is a scholarly translation that brings the philosophical writings of Herakleitos and Diogenes to English-speaking readers. The book includes the original Greek texts alongside Davenport's translations, offering a comparative study of these influential thinkers' works. more

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Diogenes, born in 412 BC, was a renowned Cynic philosopher in ancient Greece. Known for his unique philosophical thoughts and lifestyle, he advocated for returning to nature, rejecting material wealth, and pursuing spiritual freedom. Diogenes' philosophy has had a profound impact on later generations. more

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