Avicenna

Avicenna by Lenn Evan Goodman, published by Cornell University Press in 2006, offers a concise introduction to the life and thought of the influential philosopher Abu Ali al-Husain ibn Abdallah ibn Sina, commonly known as Avicenna. This updated edition spans 261 pages and is presented in English, providing readers with insights into Avicenna’s contributions to philosophy and his historical context.

In this work, Goodman explores Avicenna’s life from his birth in 980 C.E. near Bokhara to his death in 1037 C.E. in Hamadan. The book delves into his philosophical ideas and their significance within the broader scope of medieval philosophy. Readers will find a thorough examination of Avicenna’s impact on both Eastern and Western thought, as well as an exploration of his biography, situating him within the historical and intellectual landscape of his time.