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portada Laches: What Is Courage? - Plato's Philosophical Exploration of Bravery and Character (Deluxe Hardbound Edition)
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Physical Book
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Author
Language
English
Pages
66
Format
Hardcover
Dimensions
20.3 x 12.7 x 0.8 cm
ISBN13
9781806293025

Laches: What Is Courage? - Plato's Philosophical Exploration of Bravery and Character (Deluxe Hardbound Edition)

Plato; Zengerink, Tim (Author) · Library of Alexandria · Hardcover

Laches: What Is Courage? - Plato's Philosophical Exploration of Bravery and Character (Deluxe Hardbound Edition) - Plato; Zengerink, Tim

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Synopsis "Laches: What Is Courage? - Plato's Philosophical Exploration of Bravery and Character (Deluxe Hardbound Edition)"

What if courage wasn't just strength in battle-but a deeper strength of character in all of life?In Laches, Plato invites us into a conversation between Socrates and two celebrated Athenian generals-Laches and Nicias-who are asked to evaluate a training method for young men. As the discussion deepens, Socrates shifts the topic from techniques of war to the essence of virtue itself: What is courage? Is it fearlessness? Knowledge? Endurance? Or something more?This modern translation captures the clarity and sincerity of one of Plato's most engaging dialogues. Through questioning and reflection, Laches reveals how difficult it is to define courage-and how vital it is to understand it, not just in combat, but in raising children, facing adversity, and leading a good life.What You'll Discover in This Modern Translation: A Philosophical Quest to Define Courage - Join Socrates in exploring the nature of bravery, from the battlefield to everyday decisions.Dialogue with Athenian Generals - See how experience, leadership, and philosophical reasoning intersect in real-life application.An Accessible Modern Translation - Clear, engaging prose brings Plato's wisdom to the present with renewed relevance.Timeless Themes of Virtue and Moral Strength - Reflect on how we form character and whether true courage lies in action or insight.A Conversation that Transcends Time - A must-read for those interested in ethics, parenting, leadership, and personal development.Whether you're a philosopher, a parent, or a person striving to live with integrity, Laches will challenge and inspire your understanding of what it truly means to be courageous.

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