“Mr. Marshall’s presentation of the subject seems to be intended mainly for the general student of moral philosophy who wishes to have the ‘ethics’ trimmed into ‘a readable shape.’ He attempts to render its matter clear and attractive, ‘(a) by a general introduction in which the purport of the “Ethics” is summarily set forth; (b) by special introductions to the several chapters, with explanatory remarks at the end of each chapter; (c) by a paraphrase of the text—sometimes full, sometimes condensed, in which repeated passages are left out and some liberties are taken in the way of omission and transposition; (d) by the use of modern examples for the sake of bringing Aristotle’s meaning home to present-day readers.’”—Ath.
“The criticisms we have offered will have shown that we do not consider Mr. Marshall an interpreter of Aristotle whom it is always safe to follow. They are not, however intended to weaken the judgment with which we began—that he has given us Aristotle in a readable form, and that his book will well repay perusal.”
+ – Acad. 71: 150. Ag. 18, ’06. 2520w.
“The value of the work lies mainly in the comments and illustrations, which show thoughtfulness and good sense.”
+ Ath. 1906, 1: 605. My. 19. 810w.
Reviewed by Paul Shorey.
+ + – Dial. 41: 88. Ag. 16, ’06. 840w.
“By far the best endeavour that has yet been made to represent the doctrine of the Ethics to educated readers who are not specialists in philosophy.”
+ Lond. Times. 5: 150. Ap. 27, ’06. 640w.