Description
Book SynopsisIn these influential dialogues—Euthyphro, Apology, Crito, Meno, Phaedo, Symposium—Plato employs the dialectic method to examine the trial and death of his mentor, Socrates, and address the eternal questions of human existence.Dialogues of Plato offers a philosophy that has guided man through the ages. In his magnificent writings, Plato, considered one of the greatest philosophers in history, examines our virtues and vices, our problems and questions. With remarkable literary grace, he shows us how man can understand his place in the world and live an intelligent and happy life. This revised edition features the complete texts of Euthyphro, Apology, Crito, Meno, Phaedo, and Symposium.
This edition includes:
-A concise introduction that gives the reader important background information
-A chronology of the author’s life and work
-A timeline of significant events that provides the book’s historical context
-An outline