Plato
The Symposium (Penguin Classics)
- ISBN 13:
- 9780140449273
- author:
- Plato
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Penguin Classics
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2003
- Pages:
- 144
- Dimensions:
- 12.95 x 1.02 x 19.81 centimetres
- Genre:
- Ancient Greek & Roman philosophy
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
The Symposium by Plato is a thought-provoking exploration of human desire and its place in society. At the heart of this ancient text lies a lively discussion among a group of Athenian intellectuals, who exchange views on the nature of love and its various forms. As the conversation unfolds, a series of subtle reflections emerges, challenging conventional views on gender roles and the sublimation of basic human instincts. Through the lens of this drinking party, Plato's mentor, Socrates, presents a radical challenge to traditional understanding, advocating for transcendence through spiritual love. This deft interweaving of different viewpoints and ideas offers a nuanced exploration of love as a response to beauty, a cosmic force, a motive for social action, and a means of ethical education. Published by Penguin, this reissue of The Symposium provides a unique opportunity to engage with one of the most enduring and influential works of ancient philosophy.
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