Professor Edward Halper 
Aristotle”s ”Metaphysics” 
A Reader’s Guide

Aristotle”s


Metaphysics is an extremely rich and important philosophical work that

continues to inspire reflection and debate. Indeed, no philosophical work has

been more influential.Yet, the
Metaphysics is also notoriously

complex.Because the work is an inquiry

that seeks to discover solutions to problems rather than to defend doctrines,

readers often struggle to follow the text and to understand its final

solutions.This book focuses on the

fascinating metaphysical issues that Aristotle is addressing. By working through the text, Halper explains

how these issues arise, how the text engages them, and how it argues for

solutions.Besides showing how to read the

text, Halper aims to help readers reflect on the issues.

Aristotle”s
Metaphysics: A

Reader”s Guide presents a concise and accessible introduction to the text,

offering invaluable guidance on:

– Philosophical context

– Key themes

– Reading

the text

– Reception and influence

– Further reading