The Real Socrates (Annotated)
Enriched Edition. The Dialogues Written in Defense of Socrates by the Founders of Western Philosophy: Memorabilia, Apology, Crito, PhaedoBy Plato, Xenophon, Samuel Griswold Goodrich
Length16h 22m
About this audiobook
The Real Socrates gathers classical testimony and later interpretive reflection to approach one of antiquity's most elusive figures: the philosopher known chiefly through the voices of others. Moving between dramatic dialogue, memoir-like recollection, moral anecdote, and biographical exposition, the volume situates Socrates at the intersection of literature, philosophy, and civic crisis. Accounts of his trial, teaching, irony, and death reveal not a single fixed portrait but a constellation of images—ethical provocateur, loyal citizen, relentless questioner, and martyr to examined life. Its contributors represent distinct moments in the reception of Socratic thought. The ancient Greek witnesses write from within, or close to, the intellectual ferment of classical Athens, shaped by sophistic debate, democratic politics, and the emergence of philosophy as a literary form. A later American educator and popular historian reframes this inheritance for modern readers, extending the tradition of moral and civic instruction. Together, these perspectives illuminate how Socrates has been continually reconstructed across cultures and eras. This collection is recommended for readers seeking both an introduction to Socrates and a study in intellectual transmission. Its value lies in juxtaposition: competing genres, historical distances, and interpretive aims invite comparison rather than passive reverence. Students, general readers, and scholars alike will find in it a compact forum for considering philosophy's relation to character, memory, and public life.
This enriched edition has been carefully crafted to add value to your reading experience.
- A succinct Introduction situates the work's timeless appeal and themes.
- The Synopsis outlines the central plot, highlighting key developments without spoiling critical twists.
- A detailed Historical Context immerses you in the era's events and influences that shaped the writing.
- A thorough Analysis dissects symbols, motifs, and character arcs to unearth underlying meanings.
- Reflection questions prompt you to engage personally with the work's messages, connecting them to modern life.
Audiobook details
GenrePhilosophy, Literary Classics
Length16 hrs 22 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 8, 2019
LanguageEnglish
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