The Consolation of Philosophy - Boethius

The Consolation of Philosophy

By Boethius

  • Release Date: 2022-05-10
  • Genre: Philosophy

Description

The Consolation of Philosophy is a short work of literature, written in the form of a prosimetrical apocalyptic dialogue (i.e. a dialogue with a mythical, imaginary, or allegorical figure). It contains five Books, which are written in a combination of prose and verse. The dialogue is between Ancius Boethius, a prominent and learned official of the Roman Empire, and the person of Philosophy.