Professor
Alexander Nehamas
Princeton University
Philosopher; Educator
Area
Humanities and Arts
Specialty
Philosophy
Elected
1994
Interested in Greek philosophy, philosophy of art, Nietsche, and the role of philosophy in general culture. He has written on these topics, particularly as they emerge through the socratic tradition and Nietzsche's reaction to it. His most recent works are Only a Promise of Happiness: The Place of Beauty in a World of Art and On Friendship.
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