"A brilliant translation that gives new life to a classic. The introduction alone is worth the price of the text. Waterfield brings grace and style to the Symposium, brushing away the dust that pollutes the inferior, dead translations of the past."William McTaggart, Westminster College
"The translation is quite good, remaining faithful to the original while flowing smoothly for the modern reader."Ancient Philosophy"Waterfield's translation is scholarly, yet in touch with the ZEITGEIST. More accessible than its predecessors, students will benefit from the refreshingly new tone of the introduction and translation. The notes and the index of names also add a fresh level of usefulness and a measure of charm."Elf S. Raymond, Sarah Lawrence College"Great. Superb notes. Informative but not pedantic."Professor John R. Lenz, Drew University"[The] introductory material is lucid and well-chosen."Bryn Mawr Classical Review"I like full Intro., marginal ref. numbers, excellent notes, size, and comfortable binding."Madonna R. Adams, Pace University"Waterfield's editions in the World's Classics series are superlative. Lucidly translated, his notes of explanation are, additionally, useful both to novice and to scholar."Verna V. Gehring, Hood CollegeStep into the intellectual realm of late 5th century Athens with our captivating digital audiobook, where Plato's riveting account of a legendary drinking party unfolds. Join Apollodorus as he regales his friend with tales from the symposium attended by brilliant minds of the time. As the men revel in Agathon's triumph at the city Dionysia, they embark on a profound journey, abandoning their cups to deliver awe-inspiring speeches in homage to the power of love. Immerse yourself in this extraordinary narrative, filled with passionate discourse and philosophical insights that will ignite your imagination and deepen your understanding of ancient wisdom. Experience the symposium like never before with our enchanting digital audiobook, where history comes alive through the melodious voices of talented narrators. Don't miss the opportunity to be transported to a bygone era of intellectual exchange and captivating conversations. Unlock the timeless beauty of Plato's work with our mesmerizing digital audiobook, a must-have for anyone seeking enlightenment and entertainment.
Step into the intellectual realm of late 5th century Athens with our captivating digital audiobook, where Plato's riveting account of a legendary drinking party unfolds. Join Apollodorus as he regales his friend with tales from the symposium attended by brilliant minds of the time. As the men revel in Agathon's triumph at the city Dionysia, they embark on a profound journey, abandoning their cups to deliver awe-inspiring speeches in homage to the power of love. Immerse yourself in this extraordinary narrative, filled with passionate discourse and philosophical insights that will ignite your imagination and deepen your understanding of ancient wisdom. Experience the symposium like never before with our enchanting digital audiobook, where history comes alive through the melodious voices of talented narrators. Don't miss the opportunity to be transported to a bygone era of intellectual exchange and captivating conversations. Unlock the timeless beauty of Plato's work with our mesmerizing digital audiobook, a must-have for anyone seeking enlightenment and entertainment.
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Product Details
BN ID: | 2940159757449 |
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Publisher: | Ashby Navis & Tennyson Media Publisher |
Publication date: | 06/02/2023 |
Edition description: | Unabridged |