Plato; Nightingale, Harry Thomas 1871-; Taylor, Thomas 1758-1835
Synopsis "Selections From Plato, the Philosophy of Socrates"
Dive into the foundational works of Western philosophy with "Selections From Plato, the Philosophy of Socrates: The Apology, the PhÃ]do." This carefully curated volume presents two of Plato's most influential dialogues, offering profound insights into the life, teachings, and trial of Socrates. "The Apology" recounts Socrates' defiant defense against charges of impiety and corrupting the youth, showcasing his unwavering commitment to truth and virtue. "The PhÃ]do" explores the nature of the soul and the possibility of immortality through Socrates' final conversations before his death.This edition, edited by Harry Thomas Nightingale, ensures accessibility while preserving the integrity of Plato's original thought. Featuring the translation by Thomas Taylor, this book is a valuable resource for students, scholars, and anyone seeking wisdom from one of history's greatest thinkers. Explore timeless philosophical questions and the enduring legacy of Socrates in this essential collection.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 was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.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.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. 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.
