Symposium - Couverture souple

Plato

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 1605125385 ISBN 13 : 9781605125381

Editeur : Akasha Classics, 2009

Synopsis

Symposium is Plato's masterwork on the subject of love. Socrates arrives late to the party of an aristocratic friend, where it is proposed that each guest shall give a speech on the subject of love. The speeches are by turn comic, absurd and unexpectedly profound. Yet it is Socrates' speech that stands out. In it he tells of his instruction by the priestess Diotima in the mysteries of love. In properly directed love Socrates finds a discipline that draws the soul upward towards a vision of absolute beauty. Towards the end, he is interrupted by the drunk Alcibiades, who gives an unforgettable description of Socrates. This description is also, implicitly, a defence of philosophy. The consequences of pursuing philosophy are to be found, Plato suggests, in the indomitable independence and ethical qualities of a man like Socrates. The most literary and charming of Plato's works, the Symposium gives us a rare glimpse of the social life of ancient Athens, as well as insight into the character of Plato's beloved teacher.

A propos du livre

Biographie de l'auteur

A Greek philosopher and prose writer, who is famous for the depth of his thought. Most of his work is in dialogue form and may have been intended for public performance. The prime speaker is nearly always Socrates. The dialogues fall into three groups. The best-known among the first group are: Ion, Euthyphro, Protagoras, orgies. The second group is considered to be written between 371 and 367 BC contains: Crito, Apology, Phaedo, Symposium. Finally the third group, considered to be philosophical and technically subtle contains: Theaetetus, Parmenides, Timaeus, Sophists, philebus.

Présentation de l'éditeur

Symposium written by legendary philosopher Plato is widely considered to be one of the top philosophical books of all time. This great classic will surely attract a whole new generation of readers. For many, Symposium is required reading for various courses and curriculums. And for others who simply enjoy reading timeless pieces of classic philosophical literature, this gem by Plato is highly recommended. Published by Classic Books America and beautifully produced, Symposium would make an ideal gift and it should be a part of everyone's personal library.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Akasha Classics
• Date d'édition: 2009
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1605125385
• ISBN 13: 9781605125381
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 108
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
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