Aristotle

Career and Major Works

Aristotle's career spanned various fields, including philosophy, science, and education, leading to significant contributions in these areas.

Death of Plato and Aristotle's Departure from Athens

347 BCE

After Plato's death, Aristotle left Athens due to anti-Macedonian sentiment and possibly as a diplomatic agent of Philip II.

Tutor to Alexander the Great

343 BCE

King Philip II of Macedon summoned Aristotle to tutor his young son Alexander (later 'The Great').

Return to Athens and Founding of the Lyceum

335 BCE

Aristotle returned to Athens and founded his own school in the Lyceum, a sanctuary and gymnasium just outside the walls of Athens.

Teaching at the Lyceum

334 BCE

Aristotle began teaching at the Lyceum, focusing on various subjects including logic, politics, ethics, biology, mathematics, and metaphysics.