Plato
Plato, the renowned philosopher from ancient Athens, was born around 427 BCE and is often hailed as one of the foundational figures of Western philosophy. A student of Socrates and a teacher of Aristotle, Plato's works explore a wide range of topics, including ethics, politics, and knowledge. His dialogues, characterized by lively conversations and profound insights, invite readers to ponder life's most significant questions. Through his famous allegory of the cave and the concept of ideal forms, Plato challenged his contemporaries to think deeply about reality and our place within it.
In addition to his philosophical contributions, Plato founded the Academy in Athens, one of the earliest institutions of higher learning in the Western world. His influence extends far beyond his lifetime, shaping the thoughts of countless philosophers, theologians, and writers throughout history. If you're curious about the intricate ideas and timeless wisdom of Plato, take a moment to explore his works in this app. You'll find a treasure trove of philosophical inquiry that continues to resonate today.
Cratylus
Read by Geoffrey Edwards
Plato
Cratylus (ΚΡΑΤΥΛΟΣ) discusses whether things have names by mere convention or have true names which can only be correctly applied to the obj…
Charmides
Read by Geoffrey Edwards
Plato
Charmides (Χαρμίδης) discusses the virtue of temperance. (Summary by Geoffrey Edwards)
Apology of Socrates (version 2)
Read by Phil Chenevert
Plato
The Apology is Plato's version of the speech given by Socrates as he defended himself in 399 BC[2] against the charges of "corrupting t…
Statesman
Read by Geoffrey Edwards
Plato
Statesman (Ancient Greek: Πολιτικός) discusses God's role in maintaining the universe and describes the statesman as a good shepherd who pro…
Lysis
Read by Geoffrey Edwards
Plato
Lysis (Λύσις) discusses friendship and love between the good and bad. (Summary by Geoffrey Edwards)
Lesser Hippias
Read by Kevin Johnson
Plato
This work may not be by Plato, or his entirely, but Jowett has offered his sublime translation, and seems to lean towards including it in th…
Euthydemus
Read by Geoffrey Edwards
Plato
Euthydemus (Εὐθύδημος) and Dionysodorus the sophists discuss the meaning of words with Socrates. (Summary by Geoffrey Edwards)
Philebus
Read by Geoffrey Edwards
Plato
Philebus (ΦΙΛΗΒΟΣ) discusses pleasure, wisdom, soul and God. (Summary by Geoffrey Edwards)
Eryxias
Read by Geoffrey Edwards
Plato
Eryxias (ΕΡΥΞΙΑΣ) may not have been written by Plato (ΠΛΑΤΩΝ). The dialogue discusses whether wealth has value and what the aim of philosoph…
Laches
Read by Geoffrey Edwards
Plato
Laches (Λάχης) discusses examples of courage including weapons masters, soldiers who stand firm in battle, ferocious animals and the wise pe…
Laws (version 2)
Read by Jim Locke
Plato
Laws (Greek: Νόμοι) is Plato's last and longest dialogue. It is generally agreed that Plato wrote this dialogue as an older man, having fail…
Apocrypha
Read by Geoffrey Edwards
Plato
It is not generally agreed whether Plato was the author of any of these books. I. Hippias Major (or Greater Hippias)II. Second Alcibiades (…
Menexenus
Read by Geoffrey Edwards
Plato
Menexenus (ΜΕΝΕΞΕΝΟΣ) is thought to have been written by Plato (ΠΛΑΤΩΝ). The dialogue consists of Socrates (ΣΩΚΡΑΤΗΣ) recounting a funeral o…
Short Nonfiction Collection Vol. 024
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Various and Plato
A collection of short nonfiction works in the public domain. The selections included in this collection were independently chosen by the rea…
Short Nonfiction Collection, Vol. 047
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Various and Plato
Eighteen short nonfiction works in the public domain, independently chosen by the readers. Topics include philosophy and thought -- Plato, A…
Aspects Of Love - An Anthology
Read by Tony Addison
Various, Translated Byh. De Vere Stacpoole, John Donne, Sappho, William Shakespeare, Walt Whitman, Plato, Varioustranslated Byh. De Vere Stacpoole and Varioustranslated By H. De Vere Stacpoole
Aspects Of Love is an anthology of poetic explorations on the theme of erotic love - though one of the "poets" represented here is…