The Republic

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Format: Paperback436 pages
ISBN: 9780141442433

An authoritative new translation of Plato's foundational work of Western philosophyThe Republic is Plato's masterwork. It was written 2,400 years ago and remains one of the most widely read books in the world, famous for both the richness of its ideas and the virtuosity of its writing. Presented as a dialogue between Plato's teacher Socrates and various interlocutors, it is an exhortation to study philosophy, inviting its readers to reflect on the choices we must make if we are to live the best life available to us. This complex, dynamic work creates a picture of an ideal society governed not money, power, or fame, but by philosophy, wisdom, and justice.

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My Review

the book is good. But I realised that even though I want to read books like this one, I just really don't enjoy them at all.

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