Plato
Republic (Penguin Classics)
- ISBN 13:
- 9780141442433
- author:
- Plato
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Penguin Classics
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2012
- Pages:
- 496
- Dimensions:
- 12.9 x 2.1 x 19.8 cm
- Genre:
- History, Ancient History & Civilisation, Greece,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The Republic by Plato is a foundational work of Western philosophy that has stood the test of time. Written over 2,400 years ago, it remains one of the most widely read and thought-provoking books in the world.
Presented as a dialogue between Socrates and various interlocutors, this complex and dynamic work explores the nature of justice, wisdom, and the ideal society. It invites readers to reflect on the choices we must make if we are to live the best life available to us.
Penguin Classics presents an authoritative new translation of The Republic, accompanied by introductions and notes from distinguished scholars and contemporary authors. This edition offers a rich and nuanced understanding of Plato's masterpiece, making it an essential read for anyone interested in philosophy and its enduring relevance to our lives today.
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