The Works Of Plato V5: Containing The Laws: A New And Literal Version, Chiefly From The Text Of Stallbaum (1852)

Book Overview

The Works of Plato Volume 5 is a book that contains a new and literal version of The Laws, one of Plato's most important works. The translation was primarily based on the text of Stallbaum, a renowned scholar of ancient Greek philosophy. The book was originally published in 1852 and was written by George Burges. The Laws is a dialogue between an Athenian stranger and several characters from the island of Crete. The dialogue explores the nature of law and justice, as well as the role of the state in promoting virtue and happiness. This edition of The Laws provides readers with a clear and accurate translation of Plato's original text, making it accessible to a wider audience.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1163921165
• ISBN13: 9781163921166
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 562 Pages
• Weight: 1.64 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"