Synesius of Cyrene: Philosopher and Bishop (1886)

""Synesius of Cyrene: Philosopher and Bishop"" is a historical biography written by Alice Gardner in 1886. The book explores the life and works of Synesius, a philosopher and bishop from Cyrene who lived during the late Roman Empire. The author delves into Synesius' early life, education, and philosophical beliefs, as well as his later career as a bishop and his contributions to the early Christian church. Gardner also provides insight into the political and cultural climate of the time, highlighting the challenges faced by Synesius as he navigated his dual roles as a philosopher and bishop. The book is a valuable resource for scholars and students of ancient philosophy, early Christianity, and the history of the late Roman Empire.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.