The Greek praise of poverty : origins of ancient cynicism /

Desmond, William D., 1974-

The Greek praise of poverty : origins of ancient cynicism / William D. Desmond. - Notre Dame, Ind. : University of Notre Dame Press, c2006. - xiv, 240 p. ; 24 cm.

Includes bibliographical references (p. 215-226) and index.

Approaches to early Cynicism -- Praise of poverty and work -- Praise of poverty and war -- Praise of poverty and philosophical wisdom -- The persistence of Cynic ideals.

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Cynics (Greek philosophy)
Cynicism.
Poverty.
Philosophy, Ancient.

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