Philosophy’s greatest luminaries brought down to earth.
Plato Within Your Grasp offers fast, easy access to the life and works of the acknowledged father of Western philosophy. In fewer than 100 pages, you’ll get all the essentials in everyday language. A short biographical sketch sets the scene, followed by chapters illuminating Plato’s overall philosophy and his most important writings.
For students and lifelong learners seeking an entry point into this astonishingly diverse thinker’s ideas, Plato Within Your Grasp is the springboard to enriched understanding.
Inside you’ll find all the vital details, including:
Life
Family and upbringing
Influence of Socrates
Athenian culture and society
Philosophy
Overview of key works, themes, and impact
Socratic, mature, and late periods
Individual chapters on Apology and Meno
Book-by-book explanation of The Republic
Additional Resources
Tracking down Plato’s major works
Collections, biographies, and critical writings
Plato on the Internet
Get a grip--Plato is within your grasp!