Goodman’s commentary places in its historical and philosophical context. The volume features a new preface and index, and an updated bibliography. “One of the most remarkable books of the Middle Ages.”— “An enchanting and puzzling story. . . . The book transcends all historical and cultural environments to settle upon the questions of human life that perpetually intrigue men.”— “Goodman has done a service to the modern English reader by providing a readable translation of a philosophically significant allegory.”— “Add[s] bright new pieces to an Islamic mosaic whose general shape is already known.”—