Johnson, Paul
Socrates
- ISBN 13:
- 9780143122210
- author:
- Johnson, Paul
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- PENGUIN USA
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2013
- Pages:
- 224
- Dimensions:
- 12.8 x 1.5 x 19.6 cm
- Genre:
- Biography, Medical, Legal & Social Sciences, Philosophy,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Socrates A Man for Our Times by Paul Johnson is a riveting account of the life and philosophy of one of history's most influential thinkers. Johnson masterfully disentangles centuries of scarce sources to offer a compelling picture of Socrates, whose impact on Western philosophy is still felt today. Through a nuanced analysis of Socrates' personality and the cultural context of ancient Athens, Johnson reveals the enduring power of his ideas and the enduring relevance of his legacy.
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