Plato, E. H. Warmington
The Statesman and Philebus, Ion
- ISBN 13:
- 9780674991828
- author:
- Plato, E. H. Warmington
- format:
- HardBack
- publisher:
- Loeb
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 1989
- Pages:
- 480
- Dimensions:
- 16.87 x 11.51 x 2.36 centimetres
- Genre:
- Nonfiction, Philosophy, History & Surveys,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Plato's philosophical dialogues explore fundamental questions about politics, pleasure, and poetry. Written in the 4th century BC, these works showcase the mind of one of ancient Greece's most influential thinkers. Through a series of conversations with Socrates and other characters, Plato examines key concepts such as righteousness, the nature of language, and the meaning of love. The Republic, a ten-book masterpiece, is a notable example of his philosophical inquiry into justice, education, and the ideal society. This collection of dialogues offers insight into the thought processes of one of history's most important philosophers, making it an essential resource for understanding the development of Western philosophy.