The Nicomachean Ethics


Read by Geoffrey Edwards

(4.1 stars; 78 reviews)

The Nicomachean Ethics is Aristotle's foundational text on ethics, exploring the nature of the good life and the virtues necessary for achieving it. Composed of ten books, this work is based on Aristotle's lectures at the Lyceum and is dedicated to his son, Nicomachus. It serves as a guide for individuals seeking to cultivate moral character and live virtuously.

In this profound examination, Aristotle distinguishes between theoretical knowledge and practical wisdom, emphasizing that ethics is not merely an academic pursuit but a means to foster personal growth and moral excellence. He delves into the concepts of virtue, happiness, and the importance of community in ethical living.

Unlike his other philosophical works, The Nicomachean Ethics is deeply practical, offering insights that remain relevant in contemporary discussions of morality and ethics. This text invites listeners to reflect on their own lives and the choices that lead to true fulfillment.

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01 - Book I 59:32 Read by Geoffrey Edwards
02 - Book II 41:01 Read by Geoffrey Edwards
03 - Book III 1:06:49 Read by Geoffrey Edwards
04 - Book IV 1:01:37 Read by Geoffrey Edwards
05 - Book V 1:04:14 Read by Geoffrey Edwards
06 - Book VI 43:55 Read by Geoffrey Edwards
07 - Book VII 1:13:59 Read by Geoffrey Edwards
08 - Book VIII 1:06:02 Read by Geoffrey Edwards
09 - Book IX 59:42 Read by Geoffrey Edwards
10 - Book X 1:03:37 Read by Geoffrey Edwards

Reviews

Couldn't follow


(2 stars)

this would be easier to listen to with a Microsoft reader. the guys intonation is obstructive to the meaning. I am sure he is a nice guy, but this is not his calling.


(3 stars)

The reader does not stress the sentences in a way to make it sound natural and thus clear. Some words are mispronounced.

Translation is issue. Voice actor is fine


(1.5 stars)

Sadly this is arguably one of the worst translations to exist for this text. Thanks for grinding out the read though voice actor.

Decent Read


(4.5 stars)

The reader, as usual, is rather thorough and persists in tackling this large set of works. If only Aristotle were as thoughful...*coughs*blaming pica on sexuality*coughs*

poor reading


(2 stars)

reader manages to make 'and' sound like 'end'. voice rising and falling without regard to content. Can't continue listening.

worth reading, better than some other Aristotle works


(3 stars)

So many points seem very obvious, although they are well developed. I read it because I know it has been foundational to Western Ethics.

Amazing work!


(5 stars)

Wow! The best self-help book everyone should read! Thank You, Geoffrey Edwards.


(4 stars)

Pretty good, the reader sounds kinda like Kermit the frog 😂