Aristippus of Cyrene

Aristippus (Aristippos) of Cyrene, c. 435 BC - c. 356 BC. Associate of Socrates, who founded the Cyrenaic school of philosophy. The first known philosopher to espouse the ethical doctrine of hedonism, or seeking pleasure.

Aristippus - Article from the Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy on this founder of the Cyrenaic school, by Tim O'Keefe.
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Aristippus of Cyrene - Notes from a philosophy class session focusing on this ancient hedonist.
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American Heritage Dictionary of the English Language: Aristippus of Cyrene - Definition and pronunciation guide, including WAV sound file.
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Diogenes Laertius Lives of the Philosophers: Aristippus - C.D. Yonge's translation of this collection of ancient anecdotes.
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Great Books: Aristippus - Intellectual profile from Malaspina.
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