39 pages 1 hour read

Plato

The Last Days of Socrates

Nonfiction | Biography | Adult | BCE

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Plato's The Last Days of Socrates is praised for its profound exploration of morality, justice, and the human condition, providing deep philosophical insights. Positively, readers commend its compelling dialogues and timeless relevance. However, its dense, archaic language can challenge modern readers' comprehension. Overall, it remains a staple in philosophical literature.

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Who Should Read The Last Days of Socrates?

A reader who enjoys The Last Days of Socrates by Plato typically has an interest in classical philosophy, ethical dilemmas, and Socratic dialogues. Comparable to fans of The Republic or Nicomachean Ethics, they seek profound questions about morality, justice, and the human condition.

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Reading Age

16+years

Book Details

Topics
Philosophy
History: European
Period
Ancient Greece
Themes
Life/Time: Mortality & Death
Values/Ideas: Justice & Injustice
Values/Ideas: Literature