Aristotle: A Very Short Introduction
"A short, sweet, and selective commentary and analysis of Aristotle's works and ideas.  A fine adjunct to the reading of the translated texts.  A highly recommended aid to the student meeting Aristotleab initio.  Boy, what a book!"--Steven C. Fleishman, University of Maryland"No other work on Aristotle accomplishes so much in such brief compass; its author's care for and knowledge of Aristotle's achievements are evident on every page."--Tom Cunningham, Grand Valley State College"One of the finest critical introductions to Aristotle ever written.  Clear, concise, and intelligible."--Religious Studies Review"As an introduction to Aristotle, I find Barnes' book ideal....his book presents the basics in an understandable manner for beginners."--Rose Maries Surwilo, College of St. Francis"There is something here for everyone with a nose for philosophy and its history...Barnes has provided a description which does justice to the grandeur and breadth of its subject."--Sarah Waterlow,Times Literary Supplement