Last Days of Socrates : Euthyphro - The Apology - Crito - Phaedo

by Plato; Tredennick, Hugh (Translator); Tarrant, Harold (Editor)

• ISBN13: 9780140449280
• ISBN10: 0140449280
• Additional ISBN(s): 9780140445824
• Edition: 1st
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2003-05-01
• Publisher: Penguin Clasics
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About This Book

The Last Days of Socrates: Euthyphro; Apology; Crito; Phaedo

This collection of four dialogues by Plato is a timeless classic that delves into the final days of Socrates, one of the most influential philosophers in Western history. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in philosophy, ethics, and the human condition.

Who Uses It?

Primarily, this book is used by students and scholars of philosophy, particularly those studying ancient Greek philosophy and its impact on Western thought. It's also a valuable resource for anyone interested in understanding the nature of piety, the role of reason in ethics, and the concept of immortality.

History and Editions

The Last Days of Socrates has been a cornerstone of educational resources for over two centuries. This particular edition, translated by Hugh Tredennick and Harold Tarrant, with an introduction and notes by Harold Tarrant, has been widely acclaimed for its clarity and depth. The dialogues have been carefully preserved to maintain their original intent while making them accessible to modern readers.

Author and Other Works

Plato (c. 428/427 BCE – c. 348/347 BCE) was a Greek philosopher and student of Socrates. He is best known for his contributions to Western philosophy through his written dialogues, which often feature Socrates as the main character. Some of his notable works include "The Republic," "The Symposium," and "The Statesman."

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• Hardcover: ISBN-13: 9780140449280
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• Publisher: Penguin Classics
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• Number of Pages: 304 pages
• Language: English
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• Paperback: ISBN-13: 9780140449297
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• 0140449297 (e-book)
• 0140449280 (hardcover)
• 0140449297 (paperback)

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Table of Contents

Preface	p. viii
General Introduction	p. ix
Holiness: Socrates in Confrontation: Euthyphro	p. 1
Justice and Duty (i): Socrates Speaks at his Trial: the Apology	p. 29
Justice and Duty (ii): Socrates in Prison: Crito	p. 69
Wisdom and the Soul: Socrates about to Die: Phaedo	p. 93
Postscript: The Theory of Ideas in the Phaedo	p. 186
Notes	p. 192
Select Bibliography	p. 232
Index	p. 235
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