Plato's Republic: An Introduction

This book provides a clear, lively and highly readable introduction to the main themes of Plato's Republic. It covers Plato's social and political thought, his moral philosophy, his epistemology and metaphysics, and his philosophy of art and literature. Plato's theories in all these a...

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Sprache:English
Veröffentlicht: Edinburgh Edinburgh University Press [2022]
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Zusammenfassung:This book provides a clear, lively and highly readable introduction to the main themes of Plato's Republic. It covers Plato's social and political thought, his moral philosophy, his epistemology and metaphysics, and his philosophy of art and literature. Plato's theories in all these areas are presented in concise and straightforward terms. They are located in the context of the views of subsequent philosophers and critically assessed in the light of current debates. The contemporary significance of Plato's ideas is emphasized throughout.Lucid and thought-provoking, this book succeeds in making a broad range of fundamental philosophical ideas widely accessible. It provides an ideal introduction to the Republic for students in courses in philosophy, political and social thought, classical studies, religious studies, literary theory, etc., as well as for the general reader.A clear, concise and highly readable introduction to Plato's Republic which covers all its main themes.Lively and thought-provoking. Assesses Plato's ideas in the context of the history of philosophy and current debates.Lucidly written. The ideal guide for students at all levels and for the general reader.Full advice about further reading and extensive bibliography included
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Beschreibung:1 Online-Ressource (192 pages)
ISBN:9781474472302
DOI:10.1515/9781474472302

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