Malcolm
How Plato Writes: Perspectives and Problems
- ISBN 13:
- 9781108483087
- author:
- Malcolm
- format:
- Hardback
- publisher:
- Cambridge University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2023
- Pages:
- 320
- Dimensions:
- 23.2 x 15.4 x 2.8 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Nonfiction, Philosophy, History & Surveys,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
Plato's writings are notable for their versatility and ingenuity. He engages in philosophical argumentation while incorporating allegory, imagery, myth, paradox, and intertextuality into his works. His characters are skillfully portrayed through dialogue, often composed in dramatic or narrative form. In "How Plato Writes Perspectives and Problems", Malcolm Schofield examines the literary resources used by Plato to achieve his philosophical goals. The book draws on key passages from Republic and Laws, as well as discussions of reconstructing historical context and assumed readership. This insight will enhance readers' understanding of Plato's masterful writing style and its significance for appreciating his philosophy. By exploring Plato's literary techniques, this book offers a nuanced understanding of the philosopher's approach to argumentation and communication.
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