A succinct overview of the main ideas of Aristotle's philosophy intended for readers without previous training in philosophy. Provides a sympathetic reading of Aristotle including an account of specific concepts and doctrines, clarification of assumptions in the texts, why he held the beliefs he hel.

Including over one hundred fifty pages of new material, a new introduction, enhanced headnotes, and an updated list of further readings, this significantly expanded anthology provides a rich selection of traditional and modern works that reflect the many ways in which philosophers have attempted to address the question of the existence of God.