Ward Farnsworth explains what the Socratic method is, how it works, and why it matters more than ever in our time.
Socrates
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Author:Farnsworth, WardSummary: -
Author:PlatoSummary:Presents the most tragic episodes in the history of Athens' decline: the trial and condemnation of Socrates.
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Author:PlatoSummary: - Author:Strathern, PaulSummary:
In Socrates in 90 Minutes, Paul Strathern offers a concise, expert account of Socrates's life and ideas and explains their influence on man's struggle to understand his existence in the world.
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Johnson draws from little-known resources to construct a fascinating account of one of history's greatest thinkers. Socrates transcended class limitations in Athens during the fifth century B.C. to develop ideas that still shape...
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Author:PlatoSummary:The dialogue begins with a playful discussion of erotic passion, then extends the theme to consider the nature of inspiration, love and knowledge. The centerpiece is the myth of the charioteer - the famous and moving account of the...
