Portrait of Aristotle

Aristotle

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384–322 BC

Greek philosopher, student of Plato and teacher of Alexander the Great. He wrote on almost every subject, from biology to poetry, and his ethics, built on happiness, habit and the 'golden mean', is still one of the most influential accounts of how to live well.

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Reading Aristotle in English: quick answers

Who was Aristotle?
Aristotle (384–322 BC): Greek philosopher, student of Plato and teacher of Alexander the Great. He wrote on almost every subject, from biology to poetry, and his ethics, built on happiness, habit and the 'golden mean', is still one of the most influential accounts of how to live well.
What can I read by Aristotle on SeoJae Story?
Nicomachean Ethics, in 3 parts, based on the public-domain English translation.
Is Aristotle hard to read in English?
The sentences and vocabulary are simplified to about CEFR B2, but the arguments, key terms and famous lines are kept. Each part ends with a plain “In plain words” explainer, and you can tap any word for its meaning.
Is there a Korean translation?
Yes. Every sentence has a Korean translation, and the full translation can be opened under the text, along with audio narration, vocabulary and a comprehension check.