– Plato - Libros y biografía

Plato (428/427–348/347 BCE) was a Greek philosopher and mathematician of the Classic Age who founded the Academy of Athens. Noted as a student of Socrates, Plato has distinguished himself as one of the...

In several of the dialogues of Plato, doubts have arisen among his interpreters as to which of the various subjects discussed in them is the main thesis. The speakers have the freedom of conversation;...

The Apology (Apologia Socratis) is Plato's version of the speech given by Socrates as he defended himself in 399 BC against the charges of "corrupting the young, and by not believing in the gods in whom...

"The Republic" is a Socratic dialogue, written by Plato around 380 BC, concerning the definition of justice, the order and character of the just city-state and the just man. Plato (428/427 or 424/423...

This new 2017 edition of The Trial and Death of Socrates: Euthyphro, Apology, Crito and Phaedo presents Benjamin Jowett’s classic translations, as revised by Enhanced Media Publishing. A number of new...

The subject of the Charmides is Temperance, a peculiarly Greek notion, which may also be rendered Moderation (Compare Cic. Tusc. '(Greek), quam soleo equidem tum temperantiam, tum moderationem appellare,...

Parmenides is widely considered to be one of the more, if not the most, challenging and enigmatic of Plato's dialogues. The work purports to be an account of a meeting between the two great philosophers...

This comprehensive eBook presents the complete works or all the significant works - the Œuvre - of this famous and brilliant writer in one ebook - 6000 pages easy-to-read and easy-to-navigate: • The...

"Crito" is a dialogue by the ancient Greek philosopher Plato. Plato (424/423 – 348/347 BC) was a philosopher in Classical Greece and the founder of the Academy in Athens, the first institution of higher...

In Plato's Ion Socrates discusses with the titular character, a professional rhapsode who also lectures on Homer, the question of whether the rhapsode, a performer of poetry, gives his performance on...

The Laws is Plato's last and longest dialogue.  Plato (424/423 – 348/347 BC) was a philosopher in Classical Greece and the founder of the Academy in Athens, the first institution of higher learning in...

Gorgias is a Socratic dialogue written by Plato around 380 BC. Plato (424/423 – 348/347 BC) was a philosopher in Classical Greece and the founder of the Academy in Athens, the first institution of higher...

The Apology of Socrates by Plato, is the Socratic dialogue that presents the speech of legal self-defence, which Socrates presented at his trial for impiety and corruption, in 399 BC. Plato (428/427...

Plato's 'Euthyphro' is a Socratic dialogue that delves into the nature of piety and justice. Through a thought-provoking conversation between Socrates and Euthyphro, the book explores the definition of...

Plato's "Philebus" is a deeply philosophical and thought-provoking dialogue that explores the nature of pleasure and wisdom. Written in the form of a conversation between two prominent thinkers, Socrates...

Plato's 'Theaetetus' is a philosophical dialogue that explores the nature of knowledge, perception, and the definition of what it means to know. Set in the context of Socratic dialogues, the book delves...

In Plato's 'Parmenides,' the reader is taken on a philosophical journey exploring the nature of reality, existence, and the concepts of unity and plurality. Written in the form of a dialogue between the...

Plato's 'Eryxias' is a thought-provoking dialogue exploring the nature of wealth and its moral implications. Written in his signature Socratic style, the book presents a philosophical debate between Socrates...

Plato's 'Symposium' is a philosophical dialogue that explores the nature of love, beauty, and desire through a series of speeches given at a banquet. Written in the form of Socratic dialogue, the book...

Plato's 'The Republic' is a philosophical masterpiece that delves into the nature of justice, morality, and the ideal society. Written as a Socratic dialogue, this work presents various arguments and...

In Plato's 'Ion', the reader is taken on a philosophical journey exploring the nature of artistic inspiration and the role of the poet. The dialogue-style of the book allows for a deep analysis of the...

The Complete Works of Plato is a comprehensive collection of the philosophical writings of the renowned ancient Greek thinker. Plato's dialogues cover a wide range of topics including ethics, politics,...

Plato's 'Alcibiades I' is a philosophical dialogue that delves into the nature of self-knowledge and the importance of examining one's own life and actions. The text is characterized by Socratic questioning...

Plato's 'The Republic' is a philosophical dialogue that delves into the nature of justice, the ideal state, and the role of the philosopher-king. Written in a question-and-answer format, the book presents...

Written by the esteemed philosopher Plato, 'Euthyphro' is a Socratic dialogue that delves into the nature of piety and its relation to the gods. Through a conversation between Socrates and Euthyphro,...

In Plato's 'Timaeus', the renowned ancient Greek philosopher delves into the realm of cosmology and metaphysics, presenting a dialogue that explores the creation of the universe by a divine craftsman...

In Plato's 'Sophist', the reader is taken on a journey through the realm of ontology and metaphysics as Socrates engages with various characters in discussions regarding the nature of being and non-being....

Plato's 'Phaedo' is a philosophical dialogue centering around the last days of Socrates, focusing on his thoughts on the immortality of the soul and the nature of philosophical inquiry. Written in the...

In Plato's 'Apology', the reader is presented with Socrates defending himself in court against accusations of corrupting the youth and impiety. The book is written in the form of a dialogue, showcasing...

Plato's 'Critias' is a classic work of ancient Greek literature that delves into the realm of myth and history. Written in a dialogue format, the book presents the tale of the lost city of Atlantis and...