Plato, Benjamin Jowett

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Menexenus

Beschreibung

Explore the art of rhetoric and political philosophy with Plato's "Menexenus," a cornerstone of classical thought from ancient Greece. This meticulously prepared print edition offers a fascinating exploration of speech, civic duty, and the ideal state. "Menexenus" delves into the power of persuasive language and its impact on shaping societal values. As a key figure in philosophy, Plato presents a compelling dialogue that examines the nature of rhetoric and its connection to political ideals. This work invites readers to consider the ethical responsibilities of leaders and the importance of informed citizenry. Ideal for students and anyone interested in the history of philosophy, "Menexenus" remains a relevant and thought-provoking text that continues to inspire critical thinking about governance and the art of communication. Discover the enduring legacy of Plato's philosophical insights in this essential work. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Autor

Plato (c.428 to c.347 bc) was an Athenian philosopher during the Classical period in Ancient Greece, founder of the Platonist school of thought, and the Academy, the first institution of higher learning in the Western world. He is widely considered the pivotal figure in the history of Ancient Greek and Western philosophy, along with his teacher, Socrates, and his most famous student, Aristotle. Plato was the innovator of the written dialogue and dialectic forms in philosophy. Plato is also considered the founder of Western political philosophy. His most famous contribution is the theory of Forms known by pure reason, in which Plato presents a solution to the problem of universals known as Platonism (also ambiguously called either Platonic realism or Platonic idealism. He is also the namesake of Platonic love and the Platonic solids. His own most decisive philosophical influences are usually thought to have been along with Socrates, the pre-Socratics Pythagoras, Heraclitus and Parmenides, although few of his predecessors' works remain extant and much of what we know about these figures today derives from Plato himself. Unlike the work of nearly all of his contemporaries, Plato's entire body of work is believed to have survived intact for over 2,400 years. Although their popularity has fluctuated over the years, the works of Plato have never been without readers since the time they were written.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Creative Media Partners, LLC
• Erscheinungstermin: 28. März 2025
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 234mm x 156mm x 2mm
• Gewicht: 54g
• ISBN-13: 9781023012492
• ISBN-10: 1023012499
• Artikelnr.: 74125312