THE COMPLETE WORKS OF PLATO
Enriched edition.By Plato
Length141h 49m
About this audiobook
Plato's 'The Complete Works of Plato' is a comprehensive collection of the timeless philosophical dialogues that have had a profound influence on Western thought. Written in the form of dialogues between Socrates and other prominent figures of ancient Greece, Plato's works explore a wide range of philosophical topics including ethics, politics, metaphysics, and epistemology. The dialogues exhibit a captivating blend of logical reasoning, rhetorical skill, and moral insight, making them essential reading for anyone interested in philosophy. The literary style of Plato's works is characterized by its clarity, richness, and intellectual depth, setting the standard for philosophical writing in the Western tradition. The enduring relevance of Plato's ideas can be seen in their continued influence on contemporary philosophy and ethics. 'The Complete Works of Plato' offers readers a unique opportunity to engage with the foundational texts of Western philosophy and deepen their understanding of the intellectual heritage of the ancient world.
In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:
- A comprehensive Introduction outlines these selected works' unifying features, themes, or stylistic evolutions.
- The Author Biography highlights personal milestones and literary influences that shape the entire body of writing.
- A Historical Context section situates the works in their broader era—social currents, cultural trends, and key events that underpin their creation.
- A concise Synopsis (Selection) offers an accessible overview of the included texts, helping readers navigate plotlines and main ideas without revealing critical twists.
- A unified Analysis examines recurring motifs and stylistic hallmarks across the collection, tying the stories together while spotlighting the different work's strengths.
- Reflection questions inspire deeper contemplation of the author's overarching message, inviting readers to draw connections among different texts and relate them to modern contexts.
- Lastly, our hand‐picked Memorable Quotes distill pivotal lines and turning points, serving as touchstones for the collection's central themes.
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GenrePhilosophy
Length141 hrs 49 mins
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Publish dateOct 6, 2017
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Plato and the Other Companions of Sokrates
26Menexenus{3}
2Introduction
27Meno
3Author Biography
28Phaedo (pt. 1)
4Historical Context
29Phaedo (pt. 2)
5Synopsis (Selection)
30Protagoras (pt. 1)
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6Preface to the First Edition
31Protagoras (pt. 2)
7Preface to the Second and Third Editions
32Symposium (pt. 1)
8Apology
33Symposium (pt. 2)
9Crito
34Republic (pt. 1)
10Charmides
35Republic (pt. 2)
11Euthyphro
36Republic (pt. 3)
12First Alcibiades{1}
37Republic (pt. 4)
13Greater Hippias{2}
38Republic (pt. 5)
14Lesser Hippias
39The Republic (pt. 1)
15Ion
40The Republic (pt. 2)
16Laches
41The Republic (pt. 3)
17Lysis
42The Republic (pt. 4)
18Middle Works
43The Republic (pt. 5)
19Cratylus (pt. 1)
44The Republic (pt. 6)
20Cratylus (pt. 2)
45Phaedrus (pt. 1)
21Cratylus (pt. 3)
46Phaedrus (pt. 2)
22Euthydemus
47Parmenides (pt. 1)
23Gorgias (pt. 1)
48Parmenides (pt. 2)
24Gorgias (pt. 2)
49Theaetetus (pt. 1)
25Gorgias (pt. 3)
50Theaetetus (pt. 2)
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