Description
Rich in drama and humour, they include the controversial Ion, a debate on poetic inspiration; Laches, in which Socrates seeks to define bravery; and Euthydemus, which considers the relationship between philosophy and politics. Together, these dialogues provide a definitive portrait of the real Socrates and raise issues still keenly debated by philosophers, forming an incisive overview of Plato's philosophy.
About the Author
Book Information
ISBN 9780140455038
Author Emlyn-Jones Chris
Format Paperback
Page Count 400
Imprint Penguin Classics
Publisher Penguin Books Ltd
Weight(grams) 295g
Dimensions(mm) 198mm * 130mm * 23mm
About the Author
As the father of Western philosophy, who transformed Greek thought with his questioning insights into life and ethics, Socrates (470-399 bc) was a powerful inspiration - and major irritant - to the Athenians of his day. After his trial and execution on charges of heresy and the corruption of young minds, his greatest pupil Plato (c. 427-347 bc) wrote these early dialogues as an act of homage.
Chris Emlyn-Jones teaches in the department of Classical Studies at the Open University.
Book Information
ISBN 9780140455038
Author Emlyn-Jones Chris
Format Paperback
Page Count 400
Imprint Penguin Classics
Publisher Penguin Books Ltd
Weight(grams) 295g
Dimensions(mm) 198mm * 130mm * 23mm
