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Apology Possibly one of Plato's first works, the Apology presents Socrates' own defense and in the process helps define his philosophy. He wished to change the way in which his contemporaries viewed the world and believed "the unexamined life is not worth living." Crito...

Apology Possibly one of Plato's first works, the Apology presents Socrates' own defense and in the process helps define his philosophy. He wished to change the way in which his contemporaries viewed the world and believed "the unexamined life is not worth living." Crito...

The Apology (Greek: is Plato's version of the speech given by Socrates as he defended himself in 399 BC against the charges of "corrupting the young, and by not believing in the gods in whom the city believes, but in other daimonia that are...

In what relation the Apology of Plato stands to the real defence of Socrates, there are no means of determining. It certainly agrees in tone and character with the description of Xenophon, who says in the Memorabilia that Socrates might have been acquitted 'if...

APOLOGY (The Apology of Socrates), by Plato, is the Socratic dialogue that presents the speech of legal self-defence, which Socrates presented at his trial for impiety and corruption, in 399 BC.Author: PlatoISBN-10: 1479418250ISBN-13: 9781479418251Publisher: Wildside PressLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/30/2024Pages: 34Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.14lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w...

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What if one speech could redefine the meaning of a life well-lived?Plato's Apology captures history's most famous trial. Refusing both self-praise and self-pity, Socrates questions his accusers, parries political slander, and turns the proceedings into a lesson on integrity that still stings and inspires...

What if one speech could redefine the meaning of a life well-lived?Plato's Apology captures history's most famous trial. Refusing both self-praise and self-pity, Socrates questions his accusers, parries political slander, and turns the proceedings into a lesson on integrity that still stings and inspires...

"Charmides is a classic Socratic dialogue which seeks to elucidate a single concept - that of sophrosyne, a Greek word most commonly translated into English as 'temperance.' As in many of his great works, Plato gives voice to his teacher Socrates, placing him in...

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Charmides is a philosophical dialogue written by the ancient Greek philosopher Plato. The dialogue takes place in Athens during the Peloponnesian War and centers around the character of Charmides, a young and handsome nobleman. The dialogue begins with Charmides' cousin, Critias, urging him to...

Explore the foundations of virtue with Plato's "Charmides," a cornerstone of Western philosophical thought. This dialogue, featuring Socrates, delves into the complexities of temperance and self-knowledge. Through insightful conversation and rigorous questioning, the characters grapple with defining this essential virtue, exploring its relationship to...

Discover the Timeless Wisdom of ""Charmides"" by Plato Step into the world of ancient philosophy with ""Charmides,"" a captivating dialogue by the legendary thinker, Plato. This profound exploration of temperance and self-knowledge invites readers on a journey through the bustling streets of Athens, where...

This classic volume features English translations of seven dialogues by the ancient Greek philosopher Plato. Included are Charmides, Alcibiades 1 and 2, Hipparchus, The Lovers, Theages, Minos, and Epinomis. With an introductory essay and extensive footnotes by translator W.R.M. Lamb, this book is an...

What if the greatest virtue was invisible to everyone but yourself?Charmides is Plato's luminous dialogue on the nature of temperance-a quality often overlooked but deeply connected to wisdom, peace, and self-governance. Set in the early days of Socrates' return to Athens after the Peloponnesian...

What if the greatest virtue was invisible to everyone but yourself?Charmides is Plato's luminous dialogue on the nature of temperance-a quality often overlooked but deeply connected to wisdom, peace, and self-governance. Set in the early days of Socrates' return to Athens after the Peloponnesian...

Author: PlatoISBN-10: 3368402765ISBN-13: 9783368402761Publisher: Outlook VerlagLanguage: EnglishPublished: 11/02/2022Pages: 100Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.31lbsSize: 8.27h x 5.83w x 0.24d

Author: PlatoISBN-10: 3368402773ISBN-13: 9783368402778Publisher: Outlook VerlagLanguage: EnglishPublished: 11/02/2022Pages: 100Format: HardcoverWeight: 0.70lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.38d

What if the one who teaches virtue could never show you how to practice it?In Clitophon, Plato delivers a rare role reversal-one of Socrates' students publicly challenges him. Clitophon, once inspired by Socrates' stirring criticisms of Athenian corruption, now expresses frustration. While Socrates calls...

What if the one who teaches virtue could never show you how to practice it?In Clitophon, Plato delivers a rare role reversal-one of Socrates' students publicly challenges him. Clitophon, once inspired by Socrates' stirring criticisms of Athenian corruption, now expresses frustration. While Socrates calls...

The "Collected Works of Plato" presents a foundational cornerstone of Western intellectual history, gathering the profound insights and philosophical inquiries of one of antiquity's greatest thinkers. This collection features many of Plato's most celebrated dialogues, including "The Republic" and "The Symposium," which have shaped...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

The Complete Works of Plato is a magnificent collection that immerses readers in the timeless wisdom and intellectual brilliance of one of history's greatest philosophers. From dialogues exploring the nature of love in "Symposium" to inquiries into the essence of justice in "Republic," this...

Author: PlatoISBN-10: 9360077763ISBN-13: 9789360077761Publisher: Cby PressLanguage: EnglishPublished: 05/31/2024Pages: 1008Format: HardcoverWeight: 3.13lbsSize: 8.50h x 5.50w x 2.38d

PLATO (428/427 bc - 348/347 bc), was a Classical Greek philosopher, mathematician, writer of philosophical dialogues, and founder of the Academy in Athens, the first institution of higher learning in the western world.Author: PlatoISBN-10: 1604505478ISBN-13: 9781604505474Publisher: Serenity Publishers, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 10/16/2008Pages: 156Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.45lbsSize:...

"Cratylus is Plato's only foray into linguistic philosophy, examining the relationship between language and truth. Hermogenes and Cratylus take opposing views of the nature of language. Hermogenes claims that all names are conventional, having no intrinsic relationship to the objects that they name, whilst...

The Cratylus has always been a source of perplexity to the student of Plato. While in fancy and humour, and perfection of style and metaphysical originality, this dialogue may be ranked with the best of the Platonic writings, there has been an uncertainty about...

Plato's conversation is known as Cratylus (Ancient Greek: Kratylos). In it, Socrates is questioned about whether names are ""conventional"" or ""natural,"" or if language is merely a set of random signals, or if words have an essential connection to the things they symbolize. The...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

Cratylus is a philosophical dialogue written by the ancient Greek philosopher Plato. The dialogue takes place between Socrates, Hermogenes, and Cratylus, and centers around the question of whether or not names (words) have an inherent meaning. The dialogue explores the relationship between language and...

Plato's Cratylus is a philosophical dialogue that examines the nature of language, its relationship to reality, and the role of names and words in conveying meaning. Socrates engages in a discussion with Cratylus, who argues that names have an inherent connection to the objects...

The book "" Cratylus "" has been considered important throughout the human history, and so that this work is never forgotten we have made efforts in its preservation by republishing this book in a modern format for present and future generations. This whole book...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

Special Student Edition with a separate area on each page for notes!Author: PlatoISBN-10: 1604508132ISBN-13: 9781604508130Publisher: Serenity Publishers, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/03/2010Pages: 188Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.62lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.43d

Author: PlatoISBN-10: 3368429922ISBN-13: 9783368429928Publisher: Outlook VerlagLanguage: EnglishPublished: 11/20/2022Pages: 226Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.66lbsSize: 8.27h x 5.83w x 0.52d

What if words aren't just tools-but keys to reality itself?Cratylus is one of Plato's most thought-provoking dialogues, diving deep into the mysterious relationship between language and truth. Through a captivating exchange between Socrates and two contrasting figures-Hermogenes, who believes names are arbitrary, and Cratylus,...

Critias, one of Plato's late dialogues, contains the story of the mighty island kingdom Atlantis and its attempt to conquer Athens. Critias is the second of a projected trilogy of dialogues, preceded by Timaeus and followed by Hermocrates, though the latter was possibly never...

Critias, one of Plato's late dialogues, contains the story of the mighty island kingdom Atlantis and its attempt to conquer Athens. Critias is the second of a projected trilogy of dialogues, preceded by Timaeus and followed by Hermocrates, though the latter was possibly never...

The book "" Critias "" has been considered important throughout the human history, and so that this work is never forgotten we have made efforts in its preservation by republishing this book in a modern format for present and future generations. This whole book...

What if the myth of Atlantis was never just a myth-but a warning?In Critias, Plato sketches the grand vision of Atlantis-its geography, government, wealth, and ideals-only to reveal the seeds of its own destruction. Through Socratic dialogue and sharp philosophical observation, Plato crafts a...

What if the myth of Atlantis was never just a myth-but a warning?In Critias, Plato sketches the grand vision of Atlantis-its geography, government, wealth, and ideals-only to reveal the seeds of its own destruction. Through Socratic dialogue and sharp philosophical observation, Plato crafts a...

Crito is a philosophical dialogue written by the ancient Greek philosopher Plato. The dialogue takes place in Socrates' prison cell, where he is awaiting execution for his alleged crimes. Crito, a friend of Socrates, visits him in prison and attempts to persuade him to...

The Crito seems intended to exhibit the character of Socrates in one light only, not as the philosopher, fulfilling a divine mission and trusting in the will of heaven, but simply as the good citizen, who having been unjustly condemned is willing to give...

Plato studied under Socrates and was Aristotle's teacher. Together these three Greeks developed the basis of philosophical thinking for the entire Western world. Plato was also a writer, mathematician, and founder of the Academy in Athens, which was the first university in Europe. In...

The book "" Crito "" has been considered important throughout the human history, and so that this work is never forgotten we have made efforts in its preservation by republishing this book in a modern format for present and future generations. This whole book...

Plato's Crito is an investigation of morality and justice. It presents a dialogue which takes place in Socrates' prison cell, where he awaits execution. He is visited by his friend Crito who has made arrangements to smuggle him out of prison. Socrates, however, reasons...

What if obeying an unjust verdict were the highest act of justice?Plato's Crito captures the quiet hours before Socrates drinks the hemlock, revealing a razor-sharp debate about legal obedience, moral duty, and the price of integrity. This modern translation restores the dialogue's urgency and...

What if obeying an unjust verdict were the highest act of justice?Plato's Crito captures the quiet hours before Socrates drinks the hemlock, revealing a razor-sharp debate about legal obedience, moral duty, and the price of integrity. This modern translation restores the dialogue's urgency and...