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On Tyranny is Leo Strauss's classic reading of Xenophon's dialogue, Hiero or Tyrannicus, in which the tyrant Hiero and the poet Simonides discuss the advantages and disadvantages of exercising tyranny. This edition includes a translation of the dialogue, a critique of the commentary by the French philosopher Alexandre Kojve, Strauss's restatement of his position in light of Kojve's comments, and finally, the complete StraussKojve correspondence.'Through [Strauss's] interpretation Xenophon appears to us as no longer the somewhat dull and flat author we know, but as a brilliant and subtle writer, an original and profound thinker. What is more, in interpreting this forgotten dialogue, Strauss lays bare great moral and political problems that are still ours.' Alexandre Kojve, Critique'On Tyranny is a complex and stimulating book with its 'parallel dialogue' made all the more striking since both participants take such unusual, highly provocative positions, and so force readers to face substantial problems in what are often wholly unfamiliar, even shocking ways.' Robert Pippin, History and Theory'Every political scientist who tries to disentangle himself from the contemporary confusion over the problems of tyranny will be much indebted to this study and inevitably use it as a starting point.'Eric Voegelin, The Review of PoliticsLeo Strauss (18991973) was the Robert Maynard Hutchins Distinguished Service Professor of Political Science at the University of Chicago.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'On Tyranny'? A: 'On Tyranny' explores the moral and political implications of tyranny through a dialogue between the tyrant Hiero and the poet Simonides, discussing the advantages and disadvantages of exercising tyranny.
- Q: Who is the author of 'On Tyranny'? A: The author of 'On Tyranny' is Leo Strauss, a renowned political philosopher and professor at the University of Chicago.
- Q: What type of binding does this edition of 'On Tyranny' have? A: This edition of 'On Tyranny' is published in paperback binding.
- Q: How many pages are in 'On Tyranny'? A: 'On Tyranny' contains a total of 358 pages.
- Q: When was 'On Tyranny' published? A: 'On Tyranny' was published on May 15, 2000.
- Q: What are some key features of this book? A: This edition includes a translation of the dialogue, a critique of Alexandre Kojève's commentary, Strauss's restatement of his position, and the complete correspondence between Strauss and Kojève.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The item condition of 'On Tyranny' is rated as 'Good'.
- Q: Is there a specific edition of the book? A: Yes, this is the first edition of 'On Tyranny'.
- Q: What insights does 'On Tyranny' provide? A: 'On Tyranny' provides profound insights into political philosophy and the nature of tyranny, challenging readers to confront significant moral and political questions.
- Q: Who would benefit from reading 'On Tyranny'? A: Political scientists, philosophers, and anyone interested in the complexities of tyranny and political thought would benefit from reading 'On Tyranny'.