Plato on music, soul and body

by: Pelosi, Fr.

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Plato's reflection on the relationship between soul and body has attracted scholars' attention since antiquity. Less noted, but worth careful consideration, is Plato's thought on music and its effects on human beings. Discovering and emphasising the philosophical value of Plato's treatment of the musical phenomenon, this book analyses the soul-body problem from an innovative point of view. By investigating in detail how Plato conceives of the musical experience and its influence on intelligence, passions and perceptions, it brings to light the intersection of cognitive and emotional functions in Plato's philosophy of mind.

Offers a new methodological approach, using Plato's observations on music to throw light on his psychological theory
Discusses crucial topics in ancient Greek music as well as focusing on philosophical themes
Transliterates and translates all Greek terms

Table of Contents
Introduction
1. Musical education of sensibility
2. Moving to music: a therapy for the rational soul
3. Musical education of rationality
4. Music in the body and soul
Conclusion.

Plato on music, soul and body

by: Pelosi, Fr.

• ISBN-13: 9780521760454 / 978-0-521-76045-4
• ISBN-03: 0521760453 / 0-521-76045-3
• Cambridge University Press, Cambridge, 2010

Price: 112,00 EURO

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