The Republic

By Plato and H. D. P Lee

Book Overview

The Republic by Plato is a philosophical work that delves into the nature of justice, governance, and the ideal society. In this thought-provoking dialogue, Socrates engages in a discussion with various characters, exploring topics such as the nature of truth, the role of education, and the pursuit of the good life. Plato's timeless insights and intellectual rigor continue to resonate in modern times, as he challenges readers to critically examine their beliefs and question the foundations of society. Discover the enduring relevance of The Republic and embark on a philosophical journey that will expand your understanding of ethics, politics, and the pursuit of truth. The Republic: Delve into the realm of political philosophy with Plato's The Republic. Explore concepts of justice, governance, and the vision of an ideal society. This philosophical discourse is a cornerstone of political theory and ethical reasoning. The Republic by Plato Key Points: Philosophical work by Plato exploring justice, governance, and the ideal society. Features thought-provoking dialogue between Socrates and various characters. Explores topics such as truth, education, and the pursuit of the good life. Challenges readers to critically examine their beliefs and question societal foundations. Offers timeless insights into ethics, politics, and the pursuit of truth.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 8119309022
• ISBN13: 9788119309023
• Release Date: January 1
• Publisher: DD Sales and Distributors
• Length: 686 Pages
• Weight: 1.72 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.5" x 5.5" x 8.5"

Customer Reviews

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Very good for an inexpensive translation

I'm wrapping up a semester of teaching this translation of Republic, and I've had few complaints. Waterfield's editorial hand is visible, but that in itself, in the hands of a competent teacher, leads to good discussions above and beyond Plato's ideas. With regards to Plato's masterwork, there's no good place to start save reading it for oneself. Plato is dead wrong in places (with regards to poetry and marriage just to get rolling), but his genius is that he's wrong as an idealist philosopher, encouraging readers to assert and refine their own ideals as counter-arguments. In other words, in order to refute Plato, one must out-Plato Plato. Deconstruction is fine for deconstructionists, but a good discussion of this juggernaut of ancient thought is the life for me.