Sextus Empiricus. The transmission and recovery of Pyrrhonism

The subject is Sextus Empiricus, one the chief sources of information on ancient philosophy and one of the most influential authors in the history of scepticism. Sextus´ works have influenced western philosophy, and this book provides a study of their recovery, transmission, and intellectual influence through Late Antiquity, the Middle Ages, and the Renaissance. This study deals with Sextus´ biography, as well as the history of the availability and reception of his works. It also contains an extensive bibliographical section, including editions, translations, and commentaries.