Demetrius of Phaleron

Demetrius of Phaleron was an ancient Greek philosopher and statesman, active in the 4th century BCE. A student of Aristotle, he is best known for his role in Athenian politics and for his contributions to ethics and aesthetics. He served as the governor of Athens after it was taken over by the Macedonian ruler Cassander. Demetrius is credited with promoting the arts and literature and was instrumental in compiling and preserving various philosophical texts. His work emphasized the importance of ethics in daily life, and his ideas influenced later thinkers, making him a notable figure in ancient philosophy.