508 results for 'Plato'

The Complete Works of Plato brings together the full range of Plato's philosophical writings, from his early Socratic Dialogues to his complex Cosmological and Apocryphal Dialogues. This...

Plato: A Philosophical FoundationThis engaging introduction explores how Plato's ideas have shaped Western philosophy. Constance Meinwald provides historical context and helps readers understand...

Plato's Republic: Critical Essays is a comprehensive collection of essays that explores the social and political thought, metaphysics, epistemology, and ethical theory of Plato's influential work...

Plato's Letters presents a unified and coherent teaching, marked by Plato's artfulness and insight. For centuries, scholars have debated the provenance and significance of this collection of letters,...

Plato's Meno explores an impressive range of topics, including politics, education, virtue, definition, philosophical method, mathematics, and the nature of knowledge. Despite its concise length,...

Plato's philosophy has long been understood as distinct from that of his successors, who came to be known as Platonists. However, Lloyd P. Gerson challenges this view in "From Plato to Platonism",...

Reading Plato offers a concise and illuminating insight into the complexities and difficulties of the Platonic dialogues. This book provides an invaluable text for any student of Plato's philosophy,...

Plato's philosophical works are remarkably little known, despite his profound influence on Western thinking. Born into a family of high social status, Plato's education would have been rich and...

Plato For Beginners explores the enduring questions that have shaped Western thought for 2500 years. At its heart is Socrates, whose martyrdom led to Plato's development of a new system of knowledge...

The Republic of Plato by Adam Kirsch and Allan Bloom This translation of Plato's Republic is widely regarded as the most accurate rendering of the text, offering a strictly literal approach to the...

Mathematical Plato explores how the ancient Greek philosopher organized and justified the principles, terms, and methods of mathematical science. Roger Sworder examines the significance of...

Plato's The Statesman is a crucial work for understanding his development of political thinking. While it shares some themes with The Republic, this dialogue also introduces significant changes to...

Plato's writings were not just a reflection of his philosophical ideas, but also a tool for changing society. This book explores how Plato used his writing to shape Athenian politics and transform...

The Laws of Plato offers a comprehensive exploration of the practical consequences of his philosophy. This dialogue presents a detailed plan for a new political order that addresses key issues such...

The Works of Plato is a foundational text in Western philosophy, comprising the writings of one of history's most influential thinkers. This collection of philosophical dialogues has been selected by...

A comprehensive collection of essays on Plato's psychology offers insights into his philosophical theories. This anthology brings together classic and recent studies on central topics in Plato's...

This new edition brings together the English translation of Plato's Symposium with two illuminating commentaries: Benardete's "On Plato's Symposium" and Allan Bloom's provocative essay, "The Ladder...

This 1955 study presents a detailed examination of Plato's ethical philosophy, divided into three main parts: 'The Personal Ideal', 'The Ethical Society' and 'The Growth of a Reality Principle'...

Potone lives in Athens with her mum, stepdad, and brother Plato. The city is at war with the Spartans, causing tension at home as well. When Potone isn't arguing with Plato, she struggles with...

Plato's Epistemology: Being and Seeming presents an original interpretation of one of Plato's central topics: epistemology. Jessica Moss argues that Plato's epistemology is distinct from our own,...

Cratylus, a philosophical dialogue by Plato, explores the nature of language and its relationship to reality. Written in the 4th century BC, this work is part of a broader body of thought that...

Plato of Athens: A Life in Philosophy Robin Waterfield presents a judicious and engaging biography of one of the most important philosophers in Western history. Born into a well-to-do family in...

Marsilio Ficino's commentary on Plato's Parmenides offers insight into the Italian Renaissance scholar's understanding of dialectic and its application to philosophical contemplation. In this work,...

A Companion to Plato's Republic by Nicholas P. White provides an in-depth analysis of the complete work, tracing the development of its complex philosophical reasoning through a step-by-step...

The Structure of Enquiry in Plato's Early Dialogues by Vasilis Politis A fresh perspective on Plato's method of argument and enquiry in his early dialogues, challenging traditional views on the...

Leadership has become a widely discussed concept across various disciplines. Dominic Scott and R. Edward Freeman explore this topic through the works of Plato, one of history's greatest thought...

Plato Six Pack presents a comprehensive collection of six foundational works by one of philosophy's most influential thinkers. This anthology brings together Euthyphro, Apology, Crito, Phaedo, The...

Discover the influential ideas of one of history's most important philosophers. This graphic guide explores how Plato's thoughts were shaped by his predecessors and how they continue to impact modern...

Julia Annas explores how Plato's ideas about virtue and law evolved over time. In this study, she examines the development of Plato's account of the relation between virtue and law from his earlier...

Aristotle's Criticism of Plato's Republic by Robert Mayhew explores the second book of Aristotle's Politics, specifically chapters 1-5, which offer a unique insight into his political philosophy...

The Republic and other great dialogues by Plato are masterpieces that form part of the most important single body of writing in the history of philosophy. These works magnificently express the...

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...

The Commentaries of Proclus on the Timaeus of Plato by Proclus A comprehensive and insightful work on the philosophy of Plato, this commentary is considered one of the most significant contributions...

Plato's Sophist presents a challenging puzzle in metaphysics and philosophy. In this new translation with comprehensive commentary, David Ambuel offers an unconventional interpretation that reverses...

In this groundbreaking work, Adriana Cavarero reimagines ancient philosophy through the lens of four Greek female figures. By deconstructing the texts of Plato and others, she seeks to liberate these...

This new translation of Plato's 'The Republic' offers a vivid and accurate rendition of one of the greatest works of Western political thought. Suitable for students at all levels, this edition...

The Complete Works of PlatoCollected in two volumes, this comprehensive collection brings together the writings of one of the most influential thinkers in Western philosophy. Written mostly in...

Plato's philosophy has had an enduring impact on Western thought. His ideas have shaped countless thinkers and continue to influence contemporary debates.This introductory guide, written by Bernard...

The Cambridge Companion to Plato provides a comprehensive introduction to the life and work of one of the most influential philosophers in Western thought. This new edition brings together fresh...

Plato: A Complete Introduction provides a comprehensive introduction to the life and ideas of one of history's most influential philosophers. Written by Dr Roy Jackson, a Senior Lecturer at the...

This introduction to Plato's philosophy provides a lively and accessible overview of his ideas and arguments. Julia Annas explores Plato's way of doing philosophy, examining his approach to grappling...

Charlie's journey takes an unexpected turn when he receives a puzzling letter that leads him down a mysterious staircase to the depths of a museum. He is then whisked through time, transported to...

Marsilio Ficino's Commentary on Plato's Symposium on Love is a profound exploration of love and its place in the natural world. In this work, Ficino draws upon the ideas of Plato to create a vision...

Plato's Theaetetus and Sophist are two fundamental dialogues that explore his theories on knowledge and belief. This new edition presents them together, offering a fresh perspective on Plato's work.A...

Plato's Sun-Like Good offers a fresh perspective on the philosopher-rulers and their dialectic in Plato's Republic. Sarah Broadie provides detailed arguments to re-conceptualise central...

Plato's Timaeus and the Latin Tradition by Christina Hoenig explores the development of Platonic philosophy in Roman writers from the 1st century BCE to the early 5th century CE. This book examines...

Proclus On the Theology of Plato: with The Elements of Theology is a comprehensive survey of Platonic theology. This two-volume set includes Thomas Taylor's 1816 translation of Proclus' "On the...

Malcolm Schofield offers a clear and accessible guide to Plato's political thought in this influential work. A leading scholar of ancient philosophy, Schofield explores Plato's ideas on education,...

Plato's Phaedo Forms, Death, and the Philosophical Life by David Ebrey is a thought-provoking exploration of one of Plato's most famous dialogues. By examining the dialogue in its broader...

Socrates Dissatisfied: An Analysis of Plato's Crito by Roslyn Weiss explores the complex relationship between Socrates and the Laws in Plato's dialogue. Weiss argues that the Laws are not Socrates'...

Plato's Laws is a foundational work of ancient Greek political thought that explores the role of legislation in society. First translated into English after thirty-five years, this edition presents...

This reader provides a solid theoretical base for understanding the concept of authorship. It presents key readings from influential thinkers, including Plato, Descartes, Shelley, Freud, T.S. Eliot,...

Stanley Rosen's The Language of Love offers a profound interpretation of Plato's Phaedrus, one that completes his earlier commentary on the Symposium. Rediscovered in 2013, just before Rosen's death,...

Plato's ideas of the political are re-examined in this book by Melissa Lane. The concept of political office is central to understanding Greek politics and theory, yet discussions often focus on...

Plato's Republic Book I is a foundational text in Western philosophy that explores the concept of justice. This edition introduces Thrasymachus, a sophist who argues that justice is whatever the...

Alfarabi's Philosophy of Plato and Aristotle is a foundational work in Muslim philosophy, offering a unique synthesis of Aristotelian and Platonic thought. Muhsin Mahdi's introduction provides...

Plato's philosophical ideas have had a profound impact on Christian theology. This book explores how the ancient Greek philosopher's thoughts influenced some of Christianity's most revered thinkers,...

Plato's philosophical works continue to be studied and debated around the world. Two of his most important dialogues are Meno and Phaedo, which explore fundamental questions about knowledge, reality,...

The Tomb of the Artisan God On Plato's Timaeus by Serge Margel This book offers a radical reinterpretation of Plato's Timaeus, exploring its central themes of time, eternity, and the relationship...

Ficino's commentary on Plato's Timaeus offers insights into one of the philosopher's most important and controversial works. This volume explores fundamental questions about the universe, its...

Plato's Republic offers a comprehensive examination of the text based on an exhaustive analysis of all available manuscripts, including papyri and translations into Coptic, Arabic, and Hebrew. This...

Plato Goes to China explores how Chinese intellectuals are reinterpreting ancient Greek classics to support China's political agenda. Shadi Bartsch examines the ways in which Chinese thinkers have...

A Brief History of Atlantis: Plato's Ideal StateStephen P. Kershaw explores one of the most enduring and enigmatic tales from antiquity, delving into the origins of Atlantis as described by the Greek...

Plato's Atlantis Story Text, Translation and Commentary brings together all the relevant evidence for understanding this ancient tale. The book provides the Greek text of Plato's Timaeus and Critias,...

The Open Society and Its Enemies: The spell of Plato by Karl Raimund Popper Written in political exile during World War II, this influential book is a powerful critique of the philosophies of Plato,...

Socrates, Aristotle and Plato: The Story and Work of Great PhilosophersThis book explores the lives and ideas of three influential philosophers who shaped Western thought. From Socrates' method of...

Discover the life and ideas of one of philosophy's most influential thinkers. Who the Hell is Plato? And what are His Theories All About?This accessible introduction to Plato's life and work takes...

Plato's Symposium offers a unique blend of historical document, philosophical drama, and literary masterpiece. This collection of essays by leading scholars provides in-depth analyses of the...

A comprehensive study guide to Plato's selected works offers in-depth explanation and analysis. This guide explores the context and history of Plato's classic works, helping students to thoroughly...

Plato's Revenge Politics in the Age of Ecology by William Ophuls explores a radical vision for a truly ecological future. Sustainability is seen as an illusion, and instead, Ophuls argues that we are...

The Cave and the Light: Plato Versus Aristotle, and the Struggle for the Soul of Western Civilization by Arthur Herman. This magisterial account explores how two of ancient Greece's greatest...

Panentheism--The Other God of the Philosophers From Plato to the Present by John W. Cooper explores the growth and evolution of this intricate theology from ancient times to the present day. This...

Walking With Plato A Philosophical Hike Through the British Isles by Gary Hayden. Gary Hayden's epic trek from John O'Groats to Land's End is not just about walking, but about finding wisdom in the...

Robert M. Wallace explores the idea that some of history's most influential thinkers were philosophical mystics, seeking direct knowledge of a higher reality.This book examines major versions of...

The Blackwell Guide to Plato's Republic offers a fresh perspective on this foundational work of Western philosophy. Thirteen new essays by established scholars and younger researchers shed light on...

Literary Theory from Plato to Barthes provides an in-depth exploration of the major movements in literary theory. This comprehensive history examines the essential principles governing these...

Plato and a Platypus Walk into a Bar ... is a humorous philosophy course that explores the great thinkers and traditions in an entertaining way. Thomas Cathcart and Daniel Klein, two born...

The Origins of the Christian Mystical Tradition From Plato to Denys by Andrew Louth This book explores the development of Christian mystical theology from its roots in ancient Greek philosophy,...

From Plato to NATO: A New Vision for Western Identity In this comprehensive intellectual history, David Gress explores the legacy of the Western idea and its ongoing relevance in today's world. A...

The Republic, one of the most complex and influential works in Western philosophy, is given a unified reading in this ambitious book. C. D. C. Reeve's interpretation brings together various threads...

This edition of Plato's Apology provides a student-friendly introduction to one of ancient Greece's most significant works. The trial of Socrates in 399 B.C. is presented in its traditional...

Plato's Academy: Its Workings and its HistoryThis comprehensive volume explores the historical and social context of the Academy, one of the most influential philosophical institutions of ancient...

Moby-Dick as Philosophy is a thought-provoking exploration of Herman Melville's iconic novel through a philosophical lens. The book presents a unique commentary on Moby-Dick, chapter by chapter, and...

Plato's writings on sex and love are presented in this collection, featuring translations by renowned scholars. D. S. Hutchinson and C. D. C. Reeve provide an introduction that explores the...

From Plato to Wittgenstein: Essays by G.E.M. AnscombeThis collection brings together essays by Elizabeth Anscombe, one of the most influential philosophers of the 20th century.Edited by her daughter...

Marsilio Ficino's commentaries on Plato's works offer a unique window into the Renaissance philosophy that shaped Western thought. This collection comprises 40 concise articles, providing an...

Plato's Five Dialogues presents a unique and thought-provoking portrayal of philosophy and its relationship with everyday life. Translated into clear and contemporary English, these dialogues...

This comprehensive guide explores the history of literary criticism and theory from ancient Greece to the present day. From Plato to postcolonialism, Pelagia Goulimari examines key thinkers and...

The Cambridge Companion to Plato's Republic provides a comprehensive overview of this influential work of Greek philosophy. The book brings together a range of interpretive approaches to aid...

Calcidius' translation and commentary on Plato's Timaeus offers a unique insight into the ancient philosopher's cosmological "myth" of the universe and humankind. This work, which falls outside the...

Two seminal lectures by Martin Heidegger bring together a breakthrough moment in his thought and introduce major themes that would shape his magnum opus, Being and Time.This collection of essays...

Alfarabi's Political Writings, Volume II: "Political Regime" and "Summary of Plato's Laws" presents two key works by this influential medieval philosopher. Translated with introductions and...

Adult learners of ancient Greek are often drawn to reading in the original language. This book provides a structured course with 25 sections, each clearly laid out and including exercises and...

The Apology of Socrates and Xenophon: A Rival Account of Socratic Philosophy. In 399 BC, Socrates was put on trial and sentenced to death. His defence speech, as recorded by Plato and Xenophon,...

The Unknown God Negative Theology in the Platonic Tradition: Plato to Eriugena by Deirdre Carabine This book provides a thorough exploration of the beginnings of negative or apophatic thinking in...

Socrates' philosophy is often described as "the love of wisdom." In this introduction to philosophy, Peter Kreeft uses the dialogues of Socrates to help readers cultivate that love. By focusing on...

Joseph Ratzinger in Dialogue with Philosophical Traditions From Plato to VattimoThis comprehensive exploration examines Joseph Ratzinger's engagement with various philosophical traditions, tracing...

Marsilio Ficino's Commentaries on Plato: Phaedrus and Ion is a seminal work that marked a pivotal moment in the Renaissance revival of Platonic thought. In 1484, Ficino published his Latin...

The School of Freedom: A Liberal Education Reader from Plato to the Present DayThis collection of original source material presents the liberal education tradition in all its complexity, tracing its...

This translation of Plato's 'The Republic' offers a vivid and dignified rendition of one of the greatest works of Western political thought. Based on the assumption that Plato intended his dialogues...