Synthesized answer
The provided passages describe the *Nicomachean Ethics* as an examination of the best life for human beings, requiring an investigation into virtue [1]. The book is a new translation and commentary that serves as an introduction to Aristotle's philosophy [Google Books].
The commentary is noted for its frequent citations of relevant passages from other works by Aristotle. These citations often illuminate the texts [Google Books]. However, the passages do not specify what evidence the author provides beyond these citations and the examination of virtue.
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From the book
Title: Nicomachean Ethics by Aristotle Description: An detailed examination of what the best life might be for human beings. In order to anwer this question, Aristotle finds he also has to examine what virtue itself is and all of the various virtues that might make up the best life. --- Google Books --- Title: Nicomachean Ethics by Aristotle Description: An excellent new translation and commentary. It will serve newcomers as an informative, accessible introduction to the Nicomachean Ethics and to many issues in Aristotle’s philosophy, but also has much to offer advanced scholars. The…