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Written by A.E. Taylor - Audio book narrated by Frederick Davidson - Unabridged Nonfiction - 3 CASSETTES

Publisher, Blackstone Audio (August 1997)

Through his own writings and inspiration of Aristotle and countless others, Plato continues to influence every area of philosophic thought, to say nothing of his enormous influence on Christian theology. His dramatic dialogues, including The Republic, the monumental treatise on the ideal state, render him one of the greatest of Greek literary geniuses. In this concise analysis, eminent Plato scholar A.E. Taylor examines:

the philosopher's theory of knowledge and doctrine of ideas
the ideal of the philosopher-king
social system advocated in 'The Republic'
judgments on democracy
and belief in the immortality of the soul

Also considered:

Plato's relationship with his master, Socrates
contribution to the idea of university education
attack on art
abstention from public life
anticipation of Copernicus

Taylor also mentions historical misunderstandings of the one he deems the most original and influential of all philosophers.