Metaphysics

What is real? What does it mean for something to exist? These are the questions Aristotle wrestles with in *Metaphysics*, the foundational text of Western ontology and cosmology. Yet its archaic language and complex structure have kept many modern readers at arm's length. This edition strips away the clutter of outdated translations, offering a faithful but fluid rendering of Aristotle's arguments in clear, present-day English. From the four causes and the concept of substance to the famous unmoved mover, you'll find the core ideas of first philosophy made accessible without sacrificing depth. Whether you're a student beginning your philosophical journey or a curious general reader, this version invites you to engage directly with one of the greatest minds of antiquity. Discover why being is said in many ways, what form and matter truly mean, and how Aristotle's vision of reality continues to influence science, theology, and philosophy today. Part of The Modern Wisdom Library.