Phaedrus - Plato

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Résumé :
Phaedrus is a philosophical dialogue written by Plato, one of the most influential philosophers in Western history. The dialogue takes place between Socrates and Phaedrus, a young Athenian aristocrat, as they discuss the nature of love, rhetoric, and the soul.The dialogue begins with Phaedrus reading a speech he has written on the topic of love, which he believes is the greatest of all human emotions. Socrates questions the validity of Phaedrus' speech, arguing that true love is not just a feeling, but a virtue that requires knowledge and understanding.As the dialogue progresses, Socrates and Phaedrus explore the nature of rhetoric and its role in society. They discuss the power of language to persuade and manipulate, and the importance of using rhetoric ethically and responsibly.Throughout the dialogue, Plato uses the characters of Socrates and Phaedrus to explore deeper philosophical concepts such as the nature of reality, the immortality of the soul, and the relationship between knowledge and virtue.Phaedrus is considered one of Plato's most important works, and has influenced philosophers and thinkers for centuries. Its themes of love, rhetoric, and the soul continue to resonate with readers today, making it a timeless classic of Western philosophy.PHAEDRUS: I admit that there is reason in what you say, and I too will be reasonable, and will allow you to start with the premiss that the lover is more disordered in his wits than the non-lover...

Biographie:
Plato was an ancient Greek philosopher and a pivotal figure in Western philosophy, born around 427 BCE in Athens. A student of Socrates, he founded the Academy, one of the earliest institutions of higher learning in the Western world. Plato's work encompasses a wide range of topics, including ethics, politics, metaphysics, and epistemology. His literary contributions are primarily in the form of dialogues, where philosophical ideas are presented through conversations between characters. Notable works include The Republic, which discusses justice and the ideal state, Symposium, exploring love and beauty, and Phaedo, addressing the immortality of the soul. Statesman delves into the qualities and responsibilities of a true statesman. In it, Plato distinguishes between genuine leadership and mere political maneuvering. Plato's influence extends beyond philosophy...

Sommaire:
if in what remains you make a longer and better speech than Lysias, and use other arguments.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work....