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Gorgias (eBook)

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2022
144 Seiten
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Gorgias -  Plato
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In 'Gorgias', Plato delves into the realm of rhetoric and philosophy, exploring the nature of persuasion and the pursuit of truth. Written in a dialogue format, the book presents powerful arguments and counterarguments, inviting readers to engage with complex philosophical ideas. Plato's literary style is characterized by its Socratic method, using dialogue to provoke critical thinking and question assumptions. Set against the backdrop of ancient Greece, 'Gorgias' addresses timeless themes of ethics, politics, and the human condition. Plato's keen intellect and philosophical depth shine through in this profound work. As one of the most influential philosophers in history, Plato was deeply engaged in the intellectual debates of his time. His philosophical dialogues, including 'Gorgias', reflect his dedication to seeking truth and wisdom. Plato's experiences as a student of Socrates and his own philosophical inquiries inform the depth and complexity of 'Gorgias'. I highly recommend 'Gorgias' to readers interested in exploring the foundations of Western philosophy and rhetoric. Plato's dialogue offers a rich tapestry of ideas that continue to resonate in modern discourse, making it essential reading for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of philosophy and ethics.

Plato (circa 427-347 BCE) was an eminent philosopher during the classical period in Ancient Greece. Born into an affluent and politically active family, Plato would become a student of Socrates and later a teacher of Aristotle. While many of his contemporaries were prolific writers, Plato's philosophical contributions are most well-preserved. The Platonic corpus encompasses a diverse range of dialogues, with 'Gorgias' being one of his notable works, engaging with rhetoric, justice, and the art of persuasion. In 'Gorgias', Plato presents a set of complex dialectical arguments, showcasing his literary brilliance with his distinctive method of philosophical inquiry through dialogue. His works often encapsulated his teacher Socrates as a central character, leading discussions and debates. Plato founded the Academy in Athens, one of the earliest known organized schools in Western civilization, which became a foundational influence on Western philosophy and science. His literary style is characterized by a blend of poetic myth and rigorous argument, exploring ideas of forms, ethics, politics, and epistemology that continue to be seminal in the fields of philosophy, political theory, and education. Plato's influence is not restricted to the antiquity of the intellectual tradition but extends to the present, an enduring testament to his philosophical genius.

Erscheint lt. Verlag 15.9.2022
Übersetzer Benjamin Jowett
Verlagsort Prague
Sprache englisch
Themenwelt Geisteswissenschaften Philosophie
Sozialwissenschaften Politik / Verwaltung
Schlagworte Ancient Greek philosophy • Athenian culture • Classical literature • Classical Philology • Classical texts preservation • Early works to 1800 • Ethical Debates • ethical persuasion in politics • ethics • Greek Philosophy • Intellectual Currents • moral responsibility • Philosophical Dialogues • philosophical inquiry • Philosophy general • Platonic ethics • Plato's Gorgias • Political Science • political theory classics • power of speech • rhetorical strategies • rhetoric and virtue • Socratic dialogue • socratic dialogues • Western Philosophy
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