Platonis Protagoras: With Introduction, Notes and Appendices

by Plato, J. Adam (Editor), A. M. Adam (Editor)

Overview

Originally published in in 1893, this book contains the text of the Socratic dialogue Protagoras, which discusses a variety of Sophistic and Socratic tenets, including the teachability of virtue. The dialogue also provides an interesting view on the connection between pederasty and education in ancient Athens. Notable Plato scholars James and Adele Adams present an introduction addressing the purpose and themes of the dialogue; a biography of Protagoras and extant fragments of his works are also included. This book will be of value to anyone with an interest in the Platonic, Socratic or Sophistic philosophies.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781107680326
Publisher:	Cambridge University Press
Publication date:	08/01/2013
Pages:	252
Product dimensions:	5.00(w) x 7.70(h) x 0.60(d)
Language:	Greek, Modern (1453- )

About the Author

Plato, one of the most famous philosophers in the world, lived during the Classical Period in Ancient Greece. A student of Socrates and a teacher to Aristotle, he was the founder of The Academy, the first school of higher learning in Europe. Plato is the most prominent figure in the history of Ancient Greek philosophy and the originator of the Platonist school of thought. Using dramatic elements like dialogue and humor, his form of writing was considered innovative in his time. Plato's best–known work, The Republic, is widely acknowledged as the cornerstone of Western philosophy. His other extensively read works include The Symposium, Apology, Crito, Phaedo, and The Laws.

Table of Contents

Preface; Introduction; Text; Notes; Appendix I. The poem of Simonides; Appendix II. Protagoras' life and fragments; Indices.