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On Tyranny is Leo Strausss classic reading of Xenophons dialogue Hiero, or Tyrannicus, in which the tyrant Hiero and the poet Simonides discuss the advantages and disadvantages of exercising tyranny. Included are a translation of the dialogue from its original Greek, a critique of Strausss commentary by the French philosopher Alexandre Kojve, and the complete correspondence between the two.This revised and expanded edition introduces important corrections throughout and expands Strausss restatement of his position in light of Kojves commentary to bring it into conformity with the text as it was originally published in France.
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- Q: What is 'On Tyranny' about? A: 'On Tyranny' is a classic work by Leo Strauss that explores the dialogue between the tyrant Hiero and the poet Simonides, discussing the pros and cons of tyranny. It includes a translation of the original Greek text, a critique by Alexandre Kojève, and their complete correspondence.
- Q: Who is the author of 'On Tyranny'? A: The author of 'On Tyranny' is Leo Strauss, a prominent political philosopher known for his interpretations of classical texts.
- Q: What are the key features of this edition of 'On Tyranny'? A: This corrected and expanded edition includes important corrections, an expanded commentary by Strauss in light of Kojève's critique, and the complete correspondence between Strauss and Kojève.
- Q: How many pages does 'On Tyranny' have? A: 'On Tyranny' contains 358 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: This edition of 'On Tyranny' is available in paperback binding.
- Q: When was 'On Tyranny' published? A: 'On Tyranny' was published on September 13, 2013.
- Q: Is 'On Tyranny' suitable for beginners in political philosophy? A: Yes, 'On Tyranny' is accessible for beginners, as it provides foundational insights into political philosophy through a classic dialogue.
- Q: Does this edition include illustrations? A: Yes, this edition of 'On Tyranny' is labeled as illustrated.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: 'On Tyranny' is in new condition.
- Q: Can I find the original Greek dialogue in this book? A: Yes, this edition includes a translation of the original Greek dialogue from Xenophon's work.