Plato Gorgias Paperback – Oxford Worlds Classics Edition
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Further Details Title: Gorgias Condition: New ISBN-10: 0199540322 EAN: 9780199540327 ISBN: 9780199540327 Publisher: Oxford University Press Format: Paperback Release Date: 04/17/2008 Description: The struggle which Plato has Socrates recommend to his interlocutors in Gorgias - and to his readers - is the struggle to overcome the temptations of worldly success and to concentrate on genuine morality. Ostensibly an enquiry into the value of rhetoric, the dialogue soon becomes an investigation into the value of these two contrasting ways of life. In a series of dazzling and bold arguments, Plato attempts to establish that only morality can bring a person true happiness, and to demolish alternative viewpoints. It is not suprising that Gorgias is one of Plato's most widely read dialogues. Philosophers read it for its coverage of central moral issues; others enjoy its vividness, clarity and occasional bitter humour. This new translation is accompanied by explanatory notes and an informative introduction. ABOUT THE SERIES: For over 100 years Oxford World's Classics has made available the widest range of literature from around the globe. Each affordable volume reflects Oxford's commitment to scholarship, providing the most accurate text plus a wealth of other valuable features, including expert introductions by leading authorities, helpful notes to clarify the text, up-to-date bibliographies for further study, and much more. Language: English Country/Region of Manufacture: GB Item Height: 197mm Item Length: 128mm Item Width: 11mm Contributor: Robin Waterfield (Edited and translated by) Genre: Literary Criticism Book Series: Oxford World's Classics Topic: Philosophy & Spirituality Author: Plato Item Weight: 162g Release Year: 2008 Missing Information? Please contact us if any details are missing and where possible we will add the information to our listing.
