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  • Charmides

    by Plato ...
    Series series World Classics
    "Charmides" is a dialogue written by Plato, in which the philosopher Socrates engages in a conversation with Charmides, a young and handsome Athenian aristocrat, about the nature of temperance or self-control. At the beginning of the dialogue, Socrates expresses his admiration for Charmides' good looks and noble character, and asks him if he knows what temperance is. Charmides admits that he does ... Read more

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  • The Seventh Letter

    by Plato ...
    Series series World Classics
    "The Seventh Letter" is a letter written by the philosopher Plato, addressed to Dion, a close friend and former student. It is a personal and philosophical reflection on Plato's life, his teachings, and his relationship with Dion. In the letter, Plato describes how he came to philosophy, and how he was inspired by Socrates, his mentor and friend. He also discusses his travels, including his time ... Read more

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  • Parmenides

    by Plato ...
    Series series World Classics
    The awe with which Plato regarded the character of 'the great' Parmenides has extended to the dialogue which he calls by his name. None of the writings of Plato have been more copiously illustrated, both in ancient and modern times, and in none of them have the interpreters been more at variance with one another. Nor is this surprising. For the Parmenides is more fragmentary and isolated than any ... Read more

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  • Crito

    by Plato ...
    Series series World Classics
    "Crito" is a philosophical dialogue written by Plato that explores the nature of justice, friendship, and duty. The book takes its name from one of the main characters, Crito, a friend of Socrates. Overall, "Crito" is a powerful exploration of the nature of justice and duty, as well as the importance of friendship and loyalty in difficult times. It challenges the conventional wisdom of its time ... Read more

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  • Phaedo

    by Plato ...
    Series series World Classics
    Phaedo by Plato is a prolific work of philosophy that examines the relationship between the soul and immortality. The Socratic dialogue draws from the teachings of Socrates on his final day, when he was awaiting his execution, and examines the notion of an afterlife for the souls of those who have passed away. ... Read more

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  • Laches

    by Plato ...
    Series series World Classics
    Socrates, as he is younger than either Nicias or Laches, prefers to wait until they have delivered their opinions, which they give in a characteristic manner. Nicias, the tactician, is very much in favour of the new art, which he describes as the gymnastics of war—useful when the ranks are formed, and still more useful when they are broken; creating a general interest in military studies, and ... Read more

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  • Apology

    by Plato ...
    Series series World Classics
    In Apology, Plato presents a comprehensive exploration of the notion of atonement, drawing on the ancient Greek concept of metanoia as a route to redemption. Through his examination of Socrates' trial and death, he offers an insightful approach to the human condition in which repentance for one's shortcomings is essential for spiritual fulfillment. He argues that self-reflection is a necessary ... Read more

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  • Euthyphro

    by Plato ...
    Series series World Classics
    Euthyphro is a classic text written by Plato that deals with the exploration of piety and justice. Through this work, Plato seeks to provide an answer for the question of what constitutes a just action and how one should evaluate actions that are considered pious or holy. In order to address this query, Plato utilizes his signature Socratic dialogue format in order to engage Euthyphro in a ... Read more

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  • The Republic

    by Plato ...
    Series series World Classics
    The Republic by Plato is a philosophical text that addresses the question of justice. In the text, Plato argues that justice is not simply a matter of following the laws of the city, but rather is something that must be based on the ideal state of the city. For Plato, the ideal state is one in which all citizens are able to participate in the ruling of the city. ... Read more

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  • Meno

    by Plato ...
    Series series World Classics
    Meno is a Platonic dialogue which addresses the question of whether virtue can be taught, and examines the concept of anamnesis. Through Socrates' questioning of Meno's slave, the dialogue suggests that knowledge is innate, with Socrates suggesting that all learning occurs through recollection of our prior knowledge rather than through instruction. ... Read more

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  • Gorgias

    by Plato ...
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    "Gorgias" is a philosophical dialogue written by Plato that explores the nature of rhetoric, the relationship between language and truth, and the ultimate goal of human existence. The book takes its name from the famous sophist Gorgias, who is one of the main characters in the dialogue. Overall, "Gorgias" is a thought-provoking exploration of the nature of language, truth, and human existence. It ... Read more

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  • Phaedrus

    by Plato ...
    Series series World Classics
    "Phaedrus" is a philosophical dialogue written by Plato that explores the nature of love, the power of rhetoric, and the relationship between speech and truth. The book takes its name from one of the main characters, Phaedrus, who is a young and handsome Athenian. The dialogue concludes with a discussion about the nature of speech and writing, and the relationship between the two. Socrates argues ... Read more

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