Plato
Phaedrus (Penguin Classics)
- ISBN 13:
- 9780140449747
- author:
- Plato
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Penguin Classics
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2005
- Pages:
- 176
- Dimensions:
- 129mm X 198mm
- Genre:
- Ancient Western philosophy to c 500
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Plato's Phaedrus is a profound and beautiful work that explores the nature of love, particularly in its most intimate forms. In this dialogue between Socrates and Phaedrus, Plato delves into the complexities of human desire and relationships.
This new translation is accompanied by an introduction, further reading, and full notes on the text and translation, which provide valuable context for understanding the structure of the dialogue and addressing potential questions from modern readers. With its rich philosophical insights and elegant prose, Phaedrus remains a thought-provoking work that continues to engage readers today.
Published by National Geographic Books, this edition is part of Penguin Classics, a renowned series that offers authoritative texts with introductions and notes from distinguished scholars and contemporary authors. A new translation by award-winning translators brings Plato's timeless ideas to life in English.
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