Euthyphro Apology ; Crito ; Phaedo
Main Author: | Plato. |
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Other Authors: | Jowett, Benjamin, 1817-1893. |
Format: | Books Print Book |
Language: | English Ancient Greek |
Published: |
Amherst, NY :
Prometheus books,
1988.
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Series: |
Great books in philosophy
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Physical Description: |
138 p. ; 22 cm. |
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ISBN: |
0879754966 (pbk.) |
Author Notes: |
Plato's The Republic is an enduring work, discussing justice, the importance of education, and the qualities needed for rulers to succeed. Plato felt governors must be philosophers so they may govern wisely and effectively. Plato founded the Academy, an educational institution dedicated to pursuing philosophic truth. The Academy lasted well into the 6th century A.D., and is the model for all western universities. Its formation is along the lines Plato laid out in The Republic. Many of Plato's essays and writings survive to this day. Plato died in 347 B.C. at the age of 80. (Bowker Author Biography) |