The Benefits of Reading Aristotle's Nicomachean Ethics
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In the ‘Nicomachean Ethics’—the first book written on the subject of how best to live—Aristotle argues that human happiness chiefly depends upon a person’s character, which is formed by making good choices. This course examines Aristotle’s teachings about human nature, the meaning of the good, and the virtues necessary for happiness. Students will not only learn what Aristotle says about the good life but will also explore ways to put this knowledge to work.