The Dialogues Of Socrates

Socrates' most dedicated student, Plato, offers a detailed and eye-opening account of the Socratic belief in one's own responsibility through Socrates' dialogue with his fellow Athenians. It provides a complete portrait of the enigmatic philosopher. This collection includes six of Plato's dialogues focusing on the life of Socrates: 'Charmides', in which Socrates discusses the meaning of restraint; 'Symposium', depicting a contest of speeches and rhetoric over the subject of love; 'Euthyphro', in which Socrates and Euthyphro ponder the meaning of piety; 'Apology' which includes Socrates' defence from his trial; and 'Phaedo' which recounts the day of Socrates death. All parts come together to create a moving read for newly curious philosophy students and experienced intellectuals alike.