In "Dialogues," Plato explores a wide range of timeless philosophical questions through a series of fictionalized conversations between his mentor Socrates and various other characters. Through these dialogues, Plato delves into complex topics such as justice, knowledge, the nature of reality, and the importance of virtue.
What sets this text apart from other philosophical works is the engaging and accessible way in which Plato presents his ideas. By framing his arguments within the context of dramatic conversations, he makes abstract concepts easier to understand and more relatable to readers.
Plato's writing is thought-provoking and insightful, challenging readers to question their own beliefs and think critically about the world around them. While some of the ideas presented may be difficult to fully grasp, the wealth of knowledge and wisdom contained in these dialogues is bound to leave a lasting impact on anyone who reads them.
Overall, "Dialogues" is a compelling and thought-provoking read that will appeal to both philosophy enthusiasts and casual readers alike. Plato's timeless exploration of fundamental questions about human existence and the nature of reality continues to resonate with readers centuries after it was first written.
Book Description:
Στους διαλόγους του ο Πλάτωνας (427 π.Χ. – 347 π.Χ.) παρουσιάζει τις φιλοσοφικές του θεωρίες με τη μορφή συζήτησης, που με κάποια υπαρκτή ή όχι αφορμή οδηγούν τους συνομιλητές στην εξέταση βαθιών φιλοσοφικών εννοιών και πολιτικών θεμάτων. Το πρόσωπο που κατέχει την κύρια θέση σ' αυτούς είναι ο Σωκράτης που με χαριτωμένο και εύστροφο τρόπο εκμαιεύει από τους συνομιλητές του την άγνοια ή τις απάτες που τρέφουν για ζητήματα που κατά το φιλόσοφο είναι στο κέντρο της ανθρώπινης ζωής.
Το αρχαίο κείμενο διαβασμένο με σύγχρονη νεοελληνική προφορά.
In his dialogues Plato (427 b.C. – 347 b.C.) presents his philosophical theories in the form of conversations, started off from real or fictitious pretexts and leading the participants to examine deep philosophical and political matters. The key figure in most of them is Socrates, who in his humorous and intelligent manner brings out of his companions their ignorance or illusions about matters which to the philosopher's mind are at the center of human life.
Ancient text read with contemporary Greek pronunciation.