Part of the late 19th century philosophical historiography attempts to renew the image of Parmenides of Elea, consolidated by tradition as an isolated, strange and venerable philosopher of immobilism, recovering the intimate relations he had with the cultural demands of his time. The purpose of this article is to reconnect Parmenides with his time by presenting the lively thought of a man who was not only a philosopher but also a scientist and a politician of great relevance.
Parmenides of Elea; History of Ancient Philosophy; Pre-Socratic Philosophy