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Focus Philosophical Library's edition of Plato's Republic is an English translation of one of the most intellectually important works in Western philosophy and political theory. It includes an extensive introduction, an extensive afterword 'Imitation' by John White, a chapterbychapter outline of principal speakers and summary of the content, Stephanus numbers, boldface type to indicate the entrance of a new speaker into the discussion, footnotes, and glossary of key terms with crossreferences for the text.This dialogue includes Socrates and others discussing the definition of justice, the theory of forms, and the immortality of the soul. Plato uses numerous dialogues between Socrates and various characters in Athens to discuss the nature of government, including the nature of justice, the happiness of the just and the unjust man, the nature of rule in the ideal citystate, and other matters essential to understanding classical philosophy such as the theory of forms, the immortality of the soul, poetry, and the role of the philosopher in society.FPL books are distinguished by their commitment to faithful, clear, and consistent translations of texts and the rich world part and parcel of those texts.
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- Q: What is the main focus of Plato's Republic? A: Plato's Republic primarily explores the definition of justice and the nature of the ideal state, through dialogues featuring Socrates and various characters discussing philosophical and political themes.
- Q: What are the key features included in the Focus Philosophical Library edition? A: This edition includes an extensive introduction, an afterword titled 'Imitation' by John White, a chapter-by-chapter outline, Stephanus numbers, footnotes, and a glossary of key terms.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 368 pages.
- Q: What is the publication date of this edition? A: This edition of Plato's Republic was published on January 1, 2007.
- Q: Is this edition a new or used copy? A: This product is a new copy of the book.
- Q: What type of binding does this edition have? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Who is the author of the Republic? A: The author of the Republic is the ancient Greek philosopher Plato.
- Q: What philosophical topics are discussed in the Republic? A: The Republic discusses topics such as the theory of forms, the immortality of the soul, justice, and the nature of government.
- Q: What is the significance of the dialogues in the Republic? A: The dialogues serve as a method for Socrates to engage in philosophical discussions, allowing readers to explore complex ideas about ethics, politics, and society.
- Q: Is this edition suitable for beginners in philosophy? A: Yes, the Focus Philosophical Library edition is designed to provide clear and faithful translations, making it accessible for beginners as well as those familiar with philosophical texts.