Meno (eBook)

Unraveling Virtue and Knowledge in Ancient Dialogue

Plato (Autor)

eBook Download: EPUB

2019
137 Seiten
Good Press (Verlag)
405-766414336-5 (EAN)

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Plato's 'Meno' is a philosophical dialogue that delves into the nature of virtue and the possibility of acquiring knowledge through recollection. Written in the form of a conversation between Socrates and Meno, the text explores the idea that all knowledge is inherent in the soul and can be brought to light through questioning and inquiry. The Socratic method is employed throughout the dialogue, showcasing Plato's mastery of dialectic and logical reasoning. 'Meno' is a timeless work that challenges readers to contemplate the essence of morality and the process of learning. This text is essential reading for anyone interested in ancient philosophy and the foundations of ethics.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 19.11.2019
• Übersetzer: Benjamin Jowett
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur
• Themenwelt: Geisteswissenschaften ► Philosophie ► Philosophie Altertum / Antike
• Schlagworte: 470 BC-399 BC • Ancient Greek Literature • Classical literature • Classical Philology • Classical Philosophy • Dialogues of Plato • Early works to 1800 • ethics • greek philosopher • Greek Philosophy • philosophical inquiry • Philosophical literature • Philosophy general • Plato • Socrates • Socratic dialogue • virtue