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Bywater

Modern editor of the Greek text, referenced in notes.

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Also known as Ingram Bywater

First appearance: Endnotes

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Editor of the Greek text; referenced in the scholarly apparatus of the translation.
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With Aristotle (professional): Bywater is a modern editor and commentator on Aristotle's text, a scholarly relationship. In Book X: Pleasure and the Contemplative Life: Editor of the Greek text; referenced in the…

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