Plato's Republic: An Introduction

Sean Sayers

Published by Edinburgh University Press 1999

Plato's Republic

An Introduction

Sean Sayers

https://doi.org/10.1515/9781474472302

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This book provides a clear, lively and highly readable introduction to the main themes of Plato's Republic. It covers Plato's social and political thought, his moral philosophy, his epistemology and metaphysics, and his philosophy of art and literature. Plato's theories in all these areas are presented in concise and straightforward terms. They are located in the context of the views of subsequent philosophers and critically assessed in the light of current debates. The contemporary significance of Plato's ideas is emphasized throughout.

Lucid and thought-provoking, this book succeeds in making a broad range of fundamental philosophical ideas widely accessible. It provides an ideal introduction to the Republic for students in courses in philosophy, political and social thought, classical studies, religious studies, literary theory, etc., as well as for the general reader.

A clear, concise and highly readable introduction to Plato's Republic which covers all its main themes.
Lively and thought-provoking. Assesses Plato's ideas in the context of the history of philosophy and current debates.
Lucidly written. The ideal guide for students at all levels and for the general reader.
Full advice about further reading and extensive bibliography included.

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Frontmatter Publicly Available Download PDF	i
Contents Publicly Available Download PDF	v
Preface Publicly Available Download PDF	vii
Acknowledgements Publicly Available Download PDF	xi
1 Plato and the Republic Requires Authentication Unlicensed Licensed Download PDF	1
2 The Challenge to Socrates (1.327a- 11.367e) Requires Authentication Unlicensed Licensed Download PDF	9
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Language: English
Publisher: Edinburgh University Press
Audience: College/higher education;
Pages
- Main content: 192
Keywords: Philosophy

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Published: February 15, 2022
ISBN: 9781474472302