This book is primarily intended for students of the humanities, but will also be found helpful in self-education.

It consists of three parts, each serving the common purpose of providing a systematic exposition of ancient philosophers’ teaching.

Part I outlines the history of the early period of Greek philosophy. Part II familiarizes the readers with its classical period. Part III gives a brief survey of  the Hellenic –Roman philosophy.

The  founders of Marxism have repeatedly pointed out the outstanding historical role of ancient Philosophy in particular.