Republic

Nonfiction, Religion & Spirituality, Philosophy, Political, Social & Cultural Studies, Political Science
Cover of the book Republic by Plato, Penguin Books Ltd
View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart
Author: Plato ISBN: 9780718198916
Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd Publication: September 27, 2012
Imprint: Penguin Language: English
Author: Plato
ISBN: 9780718198916
Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd
Publication: September 27, 2012
Imprint: Penguin
Language: English

An authoritative new translation of Plato's The Republic by Christopher Rowe, with notes and an introduction.

'We set about founding the best city we could, because we could be confident that if it was good we would find justice in it'

The Republic, Plato's masterwork, was first enjoyed 2,400 years ago and remains one of the most widely-read books in the world: as a foundational work of Western philosophy, and for the richness of its ideas and virtuosity of its writing. Presented as a dialogue between Plato's teacher Socrates and various interlocutors, it is an exhortation to philosophy, inviting its readers to reflect on the choices to be made if we are to live the best life available to us. This complex, dynamic work creates a picture of an ideal society governed not by the desire for money, power or fame, but by philosophy, wisdom and justice.

Christopher Rowe's accurate and enjoyable new translation remains faithful to the many variations of the Republic's tone, style and pace. This edition also contains a chronology, further reading, an outline of the work's main arguments and an introduction discussing Plato's relationship with Socrates, and the Republic's style, ideas and historical context.

View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart

An authoritative new translation of Plato's The Republic by Christopher Rowe, with notes and an introduction.

'We set about founding the best city we could, because we could be confident that if it was good we would find justice in it'

The Republic, Plato's masterwork, was first enjoyed 2,400 years ago and remains one of the most widely-read books in the world: as a foundational work of Western philosophy, and for the richness of its ideas and virtuosity of its writing. Presented as a dialogue between Plato's teacher Socrates and various interlocutors, it is an exhortation to philosophy, inviting its readers to reflect on the choices to be made if we are to live the best life available to us. This complex, dynamic work creates a picture of an ideal society governed not by the desire for money, power or fame, but by philosophy, wisdom and justice.

Christopher Rowe's accurate and enjoyable new translation remains faithful to the many variations of the Republic's tone, style and pace. This edition also contains a chronology, further reading, an outline of the work's main arguments and an introduction discussing Plato's relationship with Socrates, and the Republic's style, ideas and historical context.

More books from Penguin Books Ltd

Cover of the book Recipes from the White Hart Inn by Plato
Cover of the book The New Nature by Plato
Cover of the book The Door in the Wall by Plato
Cover of the book The Jewel of Seven Stars by Plato
Cover of the book Maker of Heavenly Trousers by Plato
Cover of the book On Conspiracies by Plato
Cover of the book Confessions by Plato
Cover of the book The Penguin Book of Caribbean Verse in English by Plato
Cover of the book Alzheimer's by Plato
Cover of the book Typhoon and Other Stories by Plato
Cover of the book Hunter's Heart by Plato
Cover of the book Little Red Hen - Read it yourself with Ladybird by Plato
Cover of the book Nineteen Seventy-Six by Plato
Cover of the book Where Song Began by Plato
Cover of the book Hey Duggee: A Day at The Beach by Plato
We use our own "cookies" and third party cookies to improve services and to see statistical information. By using this website, you agree to our Privacy Policy