Edward P. Butler

These essays are not very accessible unless the reader has an extensive background in Greek philosophy, particularly Neoplatonism.

Frankly, I was unable to complete this book. It is far too philosophically technical for a lay reader. The only point that seemed clear is that Butler feels that Proclus did not wish the individuality of the gods to be swallowed up in the concept of the One. It also seemed clear that Proclus believed this to have been Plato's position as well. Obviously not a good starting place for a study of Neoplatonism.