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This collection investigates the foundational questions of Western philosophy, including the nature of justice, the structure of the soul, and the definition of virtue. Plato, a student of Socrates and teacher of Aristotle, utilizes the Socratic dialogue format to challenge conventional wisdom and encourage critical inquiry. By presenting these selected passages, the text provides a framework for understanding the development of dialectical reasoning and the pursuit of objective truth in the ancient world.
What You Will Find
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Experts identify this collection as a standard entry point for students encountering classical Greek thought for the first time. Readers frequently note that while the prose is accessible, the underlying arguments require significant intellectual engagement to fully grasp.
Page Count:
244
Publication Date:
1940-01-01
ISBN-10:
0192504878
ISBN-13:
9780192504876
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