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Diogenes Laërtius was a biographer of ancient Greek philosophers who lived during the early third century CE. Though little is known about his personal life, his seminal work, ""The Lives and Opinions of Eminent Philosophers,"" remains a cornerstone of classical scholarship. This extensive compilation provides invaluable insights into the lives, teachings, and anecdotes of notable philosophers from the pre-Socratic era through to the Hellenistic period.Diogenes Laërtius's work is distinguished by its blend of biographical detail and philosophical discourse, offering readers a rich tapestry of historical context and intellectual thought. His accounts cover a wide range of philosophers, including Thales, Pythagoras, Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle, as well as Stoic and Epicurean thinkers. The work is celebrated for preserving many fragments and quotations of philosophers whose original works have been lost to history. Charles Duke Yonge (1812-1891) was a distinguished British classical scholar, historian, and translator. Educated at St. Paul's School and King's College, Cambridge, Yonge earned his Master of Arts degree and went on to make significant contributions to classical literature. He is best known for his meticulous translations of ancient Greek and Latin texts, making seminal works accessible to a wider English-speaking audience.Yonge's translations include works such as ""The Lives and Opinions of Eminent Philosophers"" by Diogenes Laërtius, and he was renowned for his ability to preserve the essence and nuances of the original texts. In addition to his translation work, Yonge authored several historical and educational books, contributing to the academic landscape of his time.Throughout his career, Yonge's dedication to classical scholarship and his clear, engaging translations earned him a lasting reputation in the field. His works continue to be valued resources for students and scholars of ancient philosophy and literature.

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