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Symposium (Translated with an Introduction by Benjamin Jowett and a Preface by Friedrich Schleiermacher)

by Plato

  • Paperback
  • Publisher: Digireads.com
  • 14 x 21.6 x 0.5 cm

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Written sometime during the 4th century BC, “Symposium” is one the most poetic and sublime works by the Greek philosopher Plato. The action of the dialogue is set during a party hosted by the poet Agathon to celebrate his first victory in a dramatic competition. The title ‘Symposium’, or ‘Banquet’ refers to the setting of the work, however the more literal translation from the Greek is a ‘drinking party.’ At this party several notable figures from classical antiquity, including Phaedrus, Pausanias, Eryximachus, Aristophanes, Agathon, Alcibiades, and Socrates in turn give speeches in praise of Eros, the god of love. The work at its core is an examination of the genesis, purpose, and nature of love. While it is possible that the circumstances of the work may be based on actual events known to Plato, scholars believe it most likely to be the sole invention of its author. An intriguing dialogue on the subject of love, “Symposium” is a preeminent example of Plato’s philosophical genius and a must read for any student of classical antiquity. This edition is printed on premium acid-free paper, is translated with an introduction by Benjamin Jowett, and includes a preface by Friedrich Schleiermacher.
Symposium (Translated with an Introduction by Benjamin Jowett and a Preface by Friedrich Schleiermacher) and The Complete Works of Plato: Socratic, Platonist, Cosmological, and Apocryphal Dialogues
The Complete Works of Plato: Socratic, Platonist, Cosmological, and Apocryphal DialoguesSymposium (Translated with an Introduction by Benjamin Jowett and a Preface by Friedrich Schleiermacher)

  • Author

    Plato

  • Book Format

    Paperback / softback

  • Publisher

    Digireads.com

  • Published

    May 2017

  • Weight

    105g

  • Dimensions

    14 x 21.6 x 0.5 cm

  • ISBN

    9781420955491

  • ISBN-10

    1420955497

  • Eden Code

    4636887

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